Top 2028 QB Koa Malau'ulu Visits UCLA for Spring Practice

The Bellflower, California native has a strong connection to the Bruins program.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:14am

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Koa Malau'ulu, a highly touted sophomore quarterback from Bellflower's St. John Bosco High School, was back at UCLA this week to observe the Bruins' first spring practice. Malau'ulu, one of the top QB prospects in the 2028 recruiting class, has already received an offer from UCLA and has a longstanding connection to the Iamaleava brothers, making him a key target for the Bruins.

Why it matters

Securing commitments from elite in-state quarterbacks is crucial for UCLA as they look to build a championship-caliber roster. Malau'ulu's visit and continued interest in the Bruins program is a positive sign for the team's recruiting efforts in the 2028 class.

The details

Malau'ulu, a standout sophomore at powerhouse St. John Bosco High School, was part of a large contingent from the school that attended UCLA's first spring practice session. The 2028 QB prospect has already earned an offer from the Bruins and has a connection to the Iamaleava brothers, who are also being heavily recruited by UCLA.

  • Koa Malau'ulu visited UCLA for the team's first spring practice on April 3, 2026.

The players

Koa Malau'ulu

A highly touted sophomore quarterback from Bellflower's St. John Bosco High School, considered one of the top QB prospects in the 2028 recruiting class.

St. John Bosco High School

A prominent high school football program in Bellflower, California that has sent numerous players to UCLA.

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What’s next

Malau'ulu is expected to continue visiting UCLA and other top programs as he navigates his recruitment in the 2028 class.

The takeaway

UCLA's ability to maintain Koa Malau'ulu's interest and ultimately land his commitment would be a major coup for the Bruins' football program, as they look to build a roster capable of competing for Pac-12 and national championships in the coming years.