Santa Clara men's basketball signee Allen Graves has been named the 2023-24 Gatorade Louisiana Boys Basketball Player of the Year, marking a significant achievement following his outstanding senior campaign for Ponchatoula High School.

By the Numbers
  • Graves led his team to a 30-4 record this season and a second-consecutive Non-Select Division I state championship title.
  • He averaged 20.9 points, 12.1 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 2.6 blocks, and 1.6 steals per game, capping his prep basketball career with 1,492 points.
State of Play
  • Graves will join the Broncos as a true freshman for the 2024-25 season.
  • He is the third Santa Clara signee to earn Gatorade Player of the Year honors for his respective state over the last four years.
Bottom Line

Allen Graves' recognition as the Gatorade Louisiana Boys Basketball Player of the Year highlights his exceptional performance on the court, positioning him as a valuable addition to the Santa Clara men's basketball team for the upcoming season.