Cal State LA Athletics

2024-25: Was a key player off the bench for the Golden Eagles in his first year with the program. Appeared in 26 games and played a total of 191 minutes. Averaged 1.1 points and 1.1 rebounds per game. Made his Cal State LA debut and had two points and one rebound in four minutes against Concordia (11-8-24). Had a season-high six points and a season-high four rebounds in a season-high 19 minutes of a 70-49 win at Azusa Pacific (11-21-24). Had a season-high two assists in two games.

At Los Angeles City College: Earned first-team All-Conference honors. Averaged 14.7 points and 7.8 rebounds per game in 28 games played in 2023-24. Also played in 16 games for West Los Angeles College in 2022-23.

At Hamilton High School: Competed in basketball and was a two-year varsity player.

Personal: Son of Anthony and Charisse Santiago. Majoring in economics. Enjoys working out, playing basketball and hanging with friends and family. Lists playing 1ns after practice and grabbing food with teammates as his most exciting experiences in sports.