Staten commits to Delaware State

From the junior varsity team as a freshman to becoming a varsity reserve as a sophomore to enjoying a breakout season as a junior, Khyrie Staten has methodically worked his way up in the mighty St. Frances boys basketball program.

The senior guard was rewarded with a college basketball scholarship, making a commitment to Delaware State University last Friday.

Last season, Staten made the most of his increased minutes, averaging 10 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.5 steals and1.5 assists in helping the No. 1 Panthers (38-4) win a third straight Baltimore Catholic League title.

St. Frances coach Nick Myles quickly described him as “a coach’s favorite.”

“Khyrie is truly the definition of trusting the process,” Myles said. “He’s somebody who has worked for everything he got, a great student, and a great representation of what it takes to be a great student-athlete at the high school level. I’m excited for Khyrie to go to Delaware State. He definitely earned it.”

When senior standouts Jordan Toles and Jahmal Banks left the program for early college enrollment, Staten made the most of the extra minutes he was given. He was at his best with a complete performance that included 20 points in an 80-61 win over national power Oak Hill in early February. The third straight BCL crown followed.

“For me, it’s just all about winning games,” he said. “I realized I had to step up and be a help to the team. I just knew I had to stay in the gym consistently, work on my shot and just be there when I was needed.”