Quick facts / Scouting profile
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Name: Joshua (Josh) Gallien — Class of 2026. Hudl+1
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School: Vista PEAK Prep (Aurora, CO). MaxPreps.com
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Listed measurements: 6'0", 170 lbs. Hudl+1
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Primary positions: Cornerback (CB) — secondary Wide Receiver (WR) / special teams returner. Hudl+1
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Key measurables / testing: 40-yard dash: 4.50s; reported bench and squat numbers and track times appear on his profiles (100m ~10.98 reported; indoor 60m 7.11 in later open results), indicating above-average straight-line speed and good explosiveness for his size. Hudl+1
Stat highlights: multiple interceptions and kickoff return yards listed on MaxPreps; season stat entries through 2023–25 show defensive tackles, kickoff return production, and special teams involvement. MaxPreps.com+1
Summary Evaluation (short)
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Joshua is a lengthy, athletic cornerback with WR experience and special-teams value. At 6'0" and ~170 lbs with a reported 4.50 40, he has the baseline physical traits that college coaches look for at the mid-major/FCS/DII level. Film and highlight packages (Hudl) show cover instincts, ball skills (interceptions on his stat sheets), and the ability to line up in press/all-coverage reps as well as run the boundary as a receiver on offense. Overall, he projects as a mid-level D1 (Group of 5) corner candidate, with strong fits at FCS and DII programs where he can earn early playing time and continue physical development. Hudl+1
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Josh has also been a key player on offense for the Bison. With two games remaining in the 2025 football regular season, Josh has caught 17 passes for 343 yards and 3 touchdowns. He does make an impact
Detailed on-field traits (What stands out)
Strengths:
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Length & frame: 6'0" gives matchup versatility vs. taller receivers and helps in contested catches. MaxPreps.com
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Straight-line speed / recovery: Reported 4.50 40 and verified track times show he can run with athletic receivers and recover when beaten initially. That speed also projects well for special teams returns. Hudl+1
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Ball skills: Interceptions and contested catches on film / stat sheet indicate good ball awareness and ability to make plays when the ball is in the air. MaxPreps.com+1
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Versatility: Experience at WR and as a returner increases his value to programs — coaches like two-way players who can contribute early on special teams. MaxPreps.com
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Film takeaways (from available Hudl highlights)
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Press/Off coverage: comfortable in press on the boundary; uses length to disrupt timing. Shows willingness to engage at the line. Hudl
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Open-field tackling & pursuit: adequate but could be more aggressive/technical in closing angles — another area to highlight in training. Hudl
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Return game: returns and kickoff yards listed suggest he’s trusted with the ball in space; that’s a quick way to earn playing time. MaxPreps.com
Position projection & best fit
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Short-term (freshman-year): Special teams (kickoff coverage/returns), rotational corner on nickel/third-down packages, occasional WR snaps in empty/slot packages. MaxPreps.com
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Long-term (after 1–2 years of strength + technique work): Outside corner on the perimeter at Group of 5 FBS or a starting corner at FCS / DII — could slide to boundary nickel depending on scheme fit. Hudl+1
Recommended college target tiers & programs Josh should pursue(geography + fit)
(These are fits based on profile, not an endorsement of active interest
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Power 5 — long-shot / stretch targets (if film improves)
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University of Colorado (if local recruiting interest grows) — proximity, potential zone fits.
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Utah / BYU — may recruit regional DBs but are competitive — likely stretch.
Group of 5 / Mid-major (realistic targets)
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Colorado State — P5-proximate; often seeks local DB talent.
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Wyoming — good regional fit and opportunity for playing time for local recruits.
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San Jose State / New Mexico — program types that value athletic DBs with special teams ability.
FCS — high probability of playtime and development
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Northern Arizona, Montana State, Weber State, UC Davis — programs that frequently provide early opportunities to athletic DBs.
Division II / NAIA — excellent opportunities to start & develop
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Colorado School of Mines (if academic fit) — strong program in state.
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Colorado Mesa, Western State — immediate playing time likely; good development path.
Junior College (JUCO) pathway
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Consider if looking to add size and re-enter recruiting cycle with stronger measurables after a postgraduate year.
(Pick schools by preference: playing time vs exposure vs academics. Get to camps and combines for visibility at the higher levels.)
