Recruiting Spotlight: Travonta Allridge, A.J. Ellender High School, Houma, Louisiana

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QB/WR/FS Travonta Allridge of A.J. Ellender High School is one of the most versatile prospects in Louisiana’s Class of 2027. Standing at 6’4” and weighing 186 pounds, Allridge has all the physical tools to make an impact at the next level.

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Allridge had an impressive junior season, earning first team all-district, defensive MVP, honorable mention all-state, and first team all-regional. Allridge showed what he could do playing on both sides. He also played basketball for A.J. Ellender High School, putting his athletic tools to use in playing another sport.

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According to Lee Breechen, Allridge has the potential to have an even better season this year than last year. 

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“He plays quarterback in high school, but he will be a wide receiver in college. He’s got a lot of upside, and this is his year to be even more polished,” said Brecheen.

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Off the field, Allridge maintains a 2.9 GPA, showing a commitment to his academics as well. Once he gets to college, Allridge would like to major in electrical engineering. 

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Allridge spoke on how he believes that he is very lucky to be playing for A.J. Ellender High School.

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“It is a blessing playing for Ellender. I’m very grateful to be back out and having fun after tearing my acl and facing all the adversity I had to face throughout the season. I love it here at Ellender, and I enjoy playing football with my brothers,” said Allridge.

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Allridge doesn’t have any offers yet, but he is talking to the University of Louisiana, South Alabama State, and the University of Arkansas Monticello.

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