It has been reported that a recruiter from Duke University’s basketball program attended a game at the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches Boys Showcase, where Shelton Henderson of Bellaire High School scored 28 points. This suggests a growing interest in the 6-foot-6, 220-pound four-star player.
Henderson, who recently received an offer from Duke’s head coach Jon Scheyer, is poised to attain five-star status with his ranking at No. 26 on the 247Sports 2025 Composite. He has confirmed plans for an official visit to Duke in the autumn.
In an interview, the 17-year-old disclosed that he has finalized the dates for his trip to Durham, and will also be visiting another ACC school, Louisville, one month earlier. His three-day official visit to the Cardinals will begin on August 23, followed by an official visit to Duke from September 27-29.
Although it is unlikely that Henderson will attend Duke basketball program’s annual Countdown to Craziness in Cameron Indoor Stadium, he will have the opportunity to spend time with the 2024-25 team and observe the players in preseason workouts. Only 10 rising high school seniors have received an offer from Jon Scheyer and his team.
Despite not securing a commitment from a 2025 recruit yet, Duke remains in contention for most of their targets, including Shelton Henderson.
This development is significant for both Duke basketball and Shelton Henderson, as official visits are crucial for potential recruits to get a feel for the campus, coaches, and team dynamics. The visits also allow the coaching staff to showcase the program and make a compelling case for the player to choose Duke.
It is evident that Duke basketball is actively pursuing top talent for their future roster, and Shelton Henderson is an exciting prospect for the Blue Devils. The official visits indicate a positive step forward in the recruitment process for both parties involved.
The upcoming visits are anticipated to provide insight into the potential of Shelton Henderson joining the esteemed Duke basketball program and contributing to their continued success on the court.
As the official visit dates approach, the Duke basketball community eagerly awaits the opportunity to welcome Shelton Henderson and showcase the excellence of the program and the university as a whole.