PROTOTYPE ACADEMY
Building Dominant Linebackers
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Real Athletes. Real Results.
One System.
140+ High School Linebackers Sent To The Next Level
A Look Inside
What's Included When Your Linebacker Enrolls In Prototype Academy
Systems and a process. Passion must be matched with precision — these are the 4 Pillars of Linebacker Optimization inside the Academy.
01
Football IQ
Structured film study and mental reps so athletes understand and ultimately master the game — not just react to it.
02
Movement & Technique
Position-specific coaching on footwork, leverage, and technique — the details that separate the average from the elite.
03
Expert-Level Coaching & Specialists
Direct access to position coaches with playing experience at the college and professional level — not just trainers. Paired with high-level guidance for physical prep from specialists in mobility, strength, and nutrition.
04
Exposure & Visibility
Film, branding, and a system that makes visibility the standard. As the athlete develops, the campaign runs — so development and exposure work together.
Mentorship and Guidance from Coaches who played at the highest level
Coaching Staff
Christophe Mulumba
Founder · Head Of Development
Former professional linebacker (CFL) and a three-time All-American at the University of Maine. Built the Football IQ methodology and leads the coaching staff.
Forrest Hightower
NFL Staff Coach · Monthly Sessions
NFL Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach with the New York Jets, after an NFL Coaching Fellowship and a CFL/NFL playing career at defensive back.
Samuel Thomassin
IQ Coach · Concordia University
2x Vanier Cup champion and team captain at Université Laval, drafted by the Montréal Alouettes. One of the certified IQ Coaches teaching the system day to day.
Nicholas Melsbach
Linebacker Coach · Montréal
Two decades of coaching, including Head Coach / Defensive Coordinator at Édouard-Montpetit CEGEP (2013–2022) and Linebacker Coach at Concordia University (2023–present). Linebacker Coach / Co-Defensive Coordinator for Team Canada in 2024.
Michael Aoun
Linebacker Coach · Montréal
Current player at Concordia University, formerly Vanier College. "Working with Coach Christopher was a game-changer for me... now I'm excited to give back and help coach the new generation of players."
Cedrik Kakudji
Linebacker Coach · Ottawa
4 years coaching and serving as assistant recruiting coordinator at the university level, plus front-office experience with a professional CFL team.
Blair Smith
Linebacker Coach · Toronto
2015 CFL Draft pick (Edmonton Eskimos/Elks), Grey Cup Champion that same year, special teams captain in 2017–2018. Played college ball at StFX, New Mexico Military Institute, and Angelo State.
Mike Ryan
Head Coach, Connecticut
15 years of collegiate coaching experience. Helped lead his alma mater UConn to their first bowl appearance since 2015; previously Defensive Coordinator at the University of Maine, developing CFL draft pick Deshawn Stevens.
Brian Harelimana
Linebacker Coach · Montréal
Grey Cup Champion, 5th season in the CFL, 23 years playing football. 2x All-Canadian, 3x All-Conference.
Dan Basambombo
Linebacker Coach · Ottawa
Drafted 19th overall in the 2020 CFL Draft (Ottawa Redblacks) after playing U Sports football at Université Laval. 4+ years professional, 8+ years coaching at the city, high school, and college levels.
Jesse Briggs
Linebacker Coach · Montréal
2nd round pick, 17th overall, 2014 CFL Draft. 2x Grey Cup Champion with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (2014–2023). Linebackers Coach at McGill University since 2024.
Woodly Appolon
Linebacker Coach · Edmonton
NCAA D1 at Northern Illinois and Tuskegee before being drafted by the Ottawa Redblacks and traded to Edmonton. Hometown: Montréal, Québec.
110+ Years Of Elite Level Coaching / Playing Experience
For the Athletes and Families who don't leave their future up to chance
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What Parents & Players Are Saying
★★★★★
"If I am honest the program was quite a big investment, more than me or the wifey ever spent on our son but honestly with what it did for him I would have spent more. wtched the kid go from being a back up with no sort of interest from colleges to not only starting his senior season but getting his first scholarship. Outside of the hit on my wallet (LOL) this was one of the best decisions I've made for Ryans future. The fact that they were able to do this all for him virtually was amazing as well but looking back it makes sense. Thank you Prototype Academy and Coach Mumbs."
★★★★★
"This offseason was a real game changer — I learned so many new techniques, skills, and especially how to control my body and move more efficiently. This program made me a student of the game and I loved every second of it, really looking deep into each responsibility of a linebacker and how to effectively and efficiently do it. Before this program I was an overthinker about doing drills, but this program got me used to being in a competitive and fun environment, meeting new people and really creating connections with the people in the program as well as the coaches — which helped me have more confidence in my abilities knowing I'd been putting in the work all offseason. The Zoom meetings — from mental to nutrition to yoga/Pilates — it was amazing looking deeper into a linebacker and taking my game to another level. Going into fall camp it helped me gain confidence in my abilities to fight for my starting spot."
★★★★★
"In the two years our son has been with the program, starting in Secondary 3, he has developed so much technically — but especially mentally. His football IQ is incredible in how he reads plays. The program is complete."
★★★★★
"Excellent program no matter your level — I've never leveled up this much in one offseason. The atmosphere and level of competition are excellent for improving. Coach Mumbs is also great to work with."
★★★★★
"My son was looking for a way to improve his football game. Linebacker Prototype Academy exceeded our expectations — very well structured, very serious, with great discipline from the coaches and the players."
★★★★★
"Great experience with Linebacker Prototype Academy. Coach Mulumba helped me level up my football IQ, and become a better athlete and a better person."
