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Elijah

Pendleton

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Class:

2026

ATH

Position:

Position 2:

ATH

Burbank High School

Burbank

City:

State:

CA

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Pendleton

Physical Attributes

Height:

5'9"

Weight:

170

Bench Max:

255

Squat Max:

395

Clean Max:

255

Pro Agility:

40 Time:

4.6

Broad Jump:

Vertical:

30

Academic  Information

GPA:

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Contact

Email:

High School:

Burbank

Head Coach:

Hector Valencia

Head Coach Email:

Parent Name:

Ninet Pendleton

Parent Email:

Stats and Accomplishments

3 STAR
Junior Season-First Team All Pacific League 2024
TEAM MVP 2024
Sophmore Season-First Team All Defense Angelus League 2023

Offers

Texas State University; University of Hawaii; University of Connecticut; University of Grambling; Bethune Cook-Man University; UNLV; University of Akron; Southern Methodist University; CAL Berkeley; Syracuse University; Pennsylvania University; University of Georgia State; Arizona State University; University of Mississippi; Western Kentucky University

Coaches Notes

• Athletic Evaluation – Strengths: Dynamic two-way playmaker with exceptional versatility – led the team with 15 total touchdowns in 2024, including multiple multi-score games (he accounted for 20 points in one victory).
• Athletic Evaluation – Weaknesses/Areas for Improvement: Undersized at 5′9″, 160 lbs., which can make matchups with bigger receivers challenging; must continue to add strength and refine technique to offset the size disadvantage.
• Athletic Evaluation – Position-Specific Skills: As a slot receiver he displays quick cuts, reliable hands, and sharp route-running, and as a cornerback his instincts and ball skills shine (grabbed 2 interceptions in 2024) while often blanketing opponents in coverage.
• Athletic Evaluation – Game Performance: Consistently stepped up in big moments – for example, in the CIF playoff vs. Monrovia he opened the scoring with a 4-yard touchdown run and rushed for over 100 yards (one of three straight 100+ yard games late in the season). He was a true ironman, contributing on offense, defense (averaged ~5 tackles per game), and special teams.
• Athletic Evaluation – College Potential Projection: Brings college-level playmaking potential. He’s already drawing interest from multiple FBS programs (with noted interest from Pac-12 and SEC schools). Projects as a scholarship athlete who could excel as a slot receiver or nickel cornerback at the next level thanks to his speed and versatility.
• Character & Intangibles – Work Ethic and Dedication: Displays relentless effort on both sides of the ball. He keeps himself in top shape year-round and often outworks others in practice, setting the tone in drills with his intensity and conditioning.
• Character & Intangibles – Leadership Qualities: A quiet leader who leads by example – teammates rally around his competitive energy. He’s not overly vocal, but in clutch situations his confidence and playmaking inspire those around him to elevate their game.
• Character & Intangibles – Coachability: Highly coachable player who absorbs feedback and implements it quickly. Coaches praise his steady improvement each year; he’s attentive in film study and shows disciplined execution of assignments on the field.
• Character & Intangibles – Mental Toughness: Never rattled under pressure. He remains poised in high-stakes moments (as shown by his playoff performances) and bounces back immediately from setbacks or mistakes, demonstrating strong resilience and focus.
• Character & Intangibles – Character and Attitude: Team-first competitor with a humble, positive attitude. Despite being a star, he’s known for his sportsmanship – he credits teammates for successes and maintains integrity on and off the field, earning respect from coaches and peers alike.

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