Apollo Forward De'Anthony Sells Committed to St. Cloud State
The 6-foot-6 senior high school basketball player will join the university program after his final season.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Basketball
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Apollo High School senior De'Anthony Sells has committed to play basketball at St. Cloud State University. The small forward chose the program after receiving a scholarship offer from coach Quincy Henderson.
Why it matters
Sells committed to St. Cloud State following a successful junior campaign and participation in team open gyms during the fall. His decision ensures he will continue his athletic career under coach Quincy Henderson.
De'Anthony Sells stands 6-foot-6 and averaged 20 points and nine rebounds per game during his junior season at Apollo High School.
The players
De'Anthony Sells
He is a 6-foot-6 senior basketball player at Apollo High School who plays the small forward position.
Quincy Henderson
He serves as the basketball coach at St. Cloud State University and was instrumental in the recruiting process for Sells.
The details
Sells participated in open gyms with the St. Cloud State team throughout the fall and worked with coach Quincy Henderson on specific summer improvement goals. His commitment comes ahead of his final high school season, where Apollo aims to secure three consecutive winning seasons for the first time since 2011.
Timeline
2011 marked the last time Apollo achieved three consecutive winning seasons.
St. Cloud State coach Quincy Henderson offered Sells a scholarship on May 13, 2026.
Sells participated in open gym sessions with the university team in the fall of 2026.
Apollo High School begins its season against Sartell on December 3, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This commitment bolsters Apollo High School's roster as the program attempts to secure three consecutive winning seasons for the first time since 2011. The addition of Sells provides stability for the team as they prepare for the upcoming competitive schedule.
Sells enters his final season with the burden of maintaining a 19-8 team record from his junior year. Fans will monitor his performance on December 3 to see if he can maintain his 20-point scoring average.
The takeaway
Student athletes frequently leverage early commitments to focus on team goals like seasonal win streaks. Developing a relationship with a college coach during high school helps players transition smoothly to the collegiate level.
What happens next
Apollo High School will begin its basketball season on December 3, 2026, against Sartell.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by St. Cloud Times.
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