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Apollo Neloms
Stars | 3.5 ⭐️
Class | 2034
Height | 5’1
Weight | 102 lbs
Division | 9U
Team | Heir Academy
State | WA
Position | QB
IG | @Apollokingneloms
Apollo Neloms is a talented young dual-threat QB from the Heir Academy 9U squad out of Washington. We first got the opportunity to see him at the D1xRNR National Combine, where he put together an impressive performance. Apollo ran a 6.06 40-yard dash, posted a 5.56 shuttle, and recorded a 79-inch broad jump—strong numbers for a quarterback in the 9U division.
During positional work and 1v1s, Apollo showed the ability to deliver several pinpoint passes, impressing our scouts with both his arm talent and mechanics. He had already earned his invite to the Super Showcase prior to the combine, but his performance only confirmed why he deserved to be there.
At the showcase, we got to see Apollo begin to gel with teammates from across the country during practice, showing good leadership and command for a young quarterback. In the scrimmage, he delivered several well-placed passes that unfortunately resulted in drops, but his accuracy and ball placement were still evident on tape. The same trend continued during the game action, where flashes of his ability to place the football stood out.
One area we’d like to see Apollo continue to develop is game management and patience in the passing game. At times he looked to win the game with the deep ball, targeting downfield shots frequently. As he continues to develop, working the short and intermediate passing game will naturally open up those deep opportunities.
With his current skill set, competitive drive, and natural talent, Apollo Neloms has a lot of upside and is definitely a young QB to keep an eye on in the coming years.
Izhon Pugh
⭐ Stars: 4
🎓 Class: 2030
📏 Height: 6’2
⚖️ Weight: 185 lbs
🏈 Division: HS
🏫 Team: Westlake
📍 State: California
🎯 Position: OLB / WR
📲 IG: @izhon_pugh
Izhon Pugh, also known as “Tugg,” is a specimen out of California who already possesses a prototypical build for an incoming freshman. Standing 6’2 and 185 pounds in the Class of 2030, he has the type of frame that coaches love to get their hands on early and develop but his potential to be one of California’s Premier prospects is scary.
After studying his film, it’s clear this young man is a playmaker in the making. On offense, Pugh is dangerous on double moves and displays an impressive catch radius, allowing quarterbacks to simply put the ball in the air and trust him to make a play. Once the ball is in his hands, he becomes an immediate downfield threat who can do serious damage in open space.
What stands out most is how well he moves for a player with his size. He accelerates quickly, covers ground effortlessly, and has the agility to make defenders miss. His ability to generate yards after the catch (YAC) makes him a constant threat every time he touches the football.
Before diving into the film, Pugh was already sitting comfortably as a four-star prospect. But after reviewing his dominance, size, and playmaking ability more closely, he’s starting to push the envelope toward a 4.5-star caliber talent.
The only question mark right now is the level of competition. Some of the opponents around him don’t quite match the national-level talent we typically see at the top tier. However, his size, athleticism, and upside make him an intriguing prospect regardless of the environment.
Recently, Pugh committed to Westlake High School, where he is expected to contribute on both sides of the ball at wide receiver and linebacker. With his physical tools and natural playmaking ability, he has the potential to make an immediate impact at the high school level.
👀 Keep an eye on Izhon Pugh as he looks to develop into one of California’s next rising prospects.
Daniel Seabrooks
⭐ Stars: 3.5
🎓 Class: 2032
📏 Height: 5’6
⚖️ Weight: 116 lbs
🏈 Division: 11U
🛫 Team: Harlem Jets
📍 State: New York
🎯 Position: QB – Dual Threat
📲 IG: @danqb12
Daniel Seabrooks is a young gunslinger out of New York who has developed right before our eyes over the last several years. He first appeared on our radar at the 2023 QB1Nation Camp in New Jersey, where he showed flashes of accuracy but still needed refinement in his mechanics. Even then, his natural athleticism stood out, posting above-average testing numbers for a quarterback his age.
Fast forward to today, and the work he’s put in is paying major dividends. Seabrooks now serves as the field general for the Harlem Jets, where the offense frequently leans on his arm and decision-making. His high football IQ allows him to diagnose defenses pre-snap and stay one step ahead of defenders. His mechanics have improved tremendously, and his field vision allows him to identify tight windows and deliver the football efficiently.
When pressure arrives, Seabrooks has the mobility to escape the pocket, but he prefers to keep his eyes downfield and extend plays to get the ball to his playmakers. He’ll roll out to buy time rather than immediately taking off, showing maturity and patience uncommon for quarterbacks at this level. He also appears to be continuing to grow physically, and another growth spurt could be on the horizon.
Like any developing quarterback, there are still areas for growth. Increasing arm strength will help him stretch the field as he transitions into the 12U level. Continued improvement with pocket footwork will also allow him to make quicker escape movements when defensive linemen close in.
Nonetheless, Daniel is a competitor who embraces the grind and has never shied away from hard work. His high IQ, field vision, and coachable attitude make him a quarterback that coaches love to build around.
We’ll be keeping a close eye on his development as he continues to grow stronger and refine his game.
