Tounde Yessoufou sets California scoring record, leads St. Joseph to victory

Tounde Yessoufou of St. Joseph in Santa Maria has become California's all-time leading scorer in high school boys basketball, surpassing DeMarcus Nelson's 20-year record of 3,462 points with a total of 3,467 points following a 30-point game against Weston Ranch. Yessoufou's impressive scoring performance has solidified his status as a five-star recruit and Baylor University signee. Throughout his high school career, Yessoufou has averaged 28.9 points per game and has consistently demonstrated his scoring ability, including multiple games with 40 or more points. He is recognized as a key player in leading St. Joseph to a strong season, with a record of 25-1. While Yessoufou currently holds the record, emerging talents like Jason Crowe Jr. are closing in, indicating that the scoring title may soon change hands again. His achievement has garnered attention not only for its historical significance but also for its potential impact on college recruitment and future basketball competitions.