Who’s the greatest Lafayette-area high school boys/girls hooper of all time?

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, USA TODAY Sports will celebrate the 250 greatest American sports figures of all time. With that in mind, The Daily Advertiser is looking at the trailblazers and trendsetters whose influence extends beyond championships and statistics — and whose stories reflect a lasting impact on the 337. We are looking for high school athletes who set the standard of what it means to be a home-grown prep talent and made a name for themselves in Lafayette Parish and its surrounding areas’ high school sports scene We continue by honoring the heroes on the court.

Here are our selections for the boys and girls basketball players who defined Lafayette Parish and its surrounding areas. You can then vote for who you think is the best as well! (Listed in alphabetical order) Boys basketball David Benoit, forward, Lafayette In the late 80s, Benoit was the king of the court for the Mighty Lions, resulting in his jersey being retired in Lafayette.

As a senior, he averaged 15 points and 15 rebounds. Listed at 6-foot-8, he was an elite forward playing for Lafayette from 1982-1986 before going on to have an eight-year career in the NBA with the Utah Jazz. Kendall Dartez, center, Cecilia In the late 90s, Dartez owned the paint as Cecilia’s big man at the center position.

Listed at 6-foot-10, Dartez was ranked the No. 2 center in the nation by The Sporting News and fifth by Recruiting USA. Brandon Mouton, small forward, St.