Florida forward Chandler Parsons has been selected SEC Player of the Year.

Parsons averaged 12.9 points, 8.7 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game.

“I’m honored to be named the SEC Player of the Year,’’ Parsons said in a release. “It’s really not something I ever spent a lot of energy on and in time I may be able to process winning the award, but right now I’m focused on staying grounded and helping our team understand what we have to do to get better everyday.

“Obviously this award is handed out to a single player, but I share it proudly with my teammates and coaching staff.”

In its 79-year membership in the SEC, Florida has never had a player of the year.