“Eli is a dynamic athlete with a high basketball IQ—he understands when he needs to score and when he needs to facilitate. You can put him on any team in the state and he is immediately going to make that team better.”

Brandon Wickline

Head Coach head coach at Meadow Ridge High

Athletic Excellence

At the time of his selection, the 6-foot-4, 175-pound senior guard had led the Mavericks to a 22-2 record and the Region 3 title, earning a berth in the Class A state tournament as defending champions. Entering the statewide postseason, Allen is averaging 21 points, 7.6 rebounds, 9.1 assists, 3.1 steals and 1.6 blocks per game. He had also recorded four triple-doubles and also owns school records for career field goals, free throws and assists.

Academic Achievement

Allen has maintained a 3.83 GPA in the classroom. He remains undecided upon a collegiate destination.

Exemplary Character

A member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Allen has volunteered locally at the Monroe County 4-H camp every summer. He has also donated his time as a volunteer at multiple youth basketball camps.