Last week, Thomas Carr Howe Community High School senior point guard Alvin “PJ” Boutte led his team to two impressive wins against Muncie Southside and perennial class 4A powerhouse Lawrence North. Last year, Boutte accepted a scholarship offer to play basketball at the University of Detroit. He has provided steady leadership this year by averaging 17 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals per game for the 10-5 Hornets.
Indianapolis Recorder Student Athlete of the Week
Name: Alvin “PJ” Boutte
School: Thomas Carr Howe Community High School
Age: 18
Height/Weight: 5’9/165
Community Involvement
Coach E: Are you active in your community?
Alvin “PJ” Boutte: I serve as a mentor to middle school students and have participated in countless community service hours to benefit Howe Community School. I am an academic leader, and maintain a 3.6 GPA and will receive an academic honors diploma in May 2011. I also am a member of the IPS Athlete of Character Program.
Other Information
Favorite food: Pancakes
Favorite Artist: Lil Boosie
Book reading now: SAT Prep
Favorite TV Show: “The Game”
Pre-game music: “Slow Jams”
I have always wanted to: Be wealthy and win a state championship.
Hobbies: Basketball, school and my job.
