Kohl's Comments
DJ De la Pena displayed solid mechanics at the 2026 Kohl's National Scholarship Camp in Gatlinburg, indicating ongoing improvement. His field goal results included 16 total points, while he finished kickoff charting with 99.5 points, achieving a top kickoff of 64 yards and a hang time of 3.9 seconds. He has worked hard the past few months increasing his leg strength and working on his technique and he should be in a great spot this upcoming fall season. At the 2026 Kohl's Texas Spring Showcase, he connected on 6 field goals and earned a kickoff score of 94.15, again with a standout 64-yard kick. Additionally, during the 2025 Kohl's National Scholarship Invitational, he converted 12 field goals and achieved a kickoff score of 82.82, with his best kickoff reaching 50 yards. These performances indicate a solid foundation, and with continued focus on strength and consistency, he has the potential to elevate his game further. Building confidence through competition, he is developing a strong foundation in his technique.