SERVING SUSSEX COUNTY

A Decade of Greatness" reflects the remarkable journey of Kevin Houston in the sport of basketball, marked by individual achievements, team championships, and a strong work ethic. Now, Kevin is channeling that same passion into developing young talent from Northern New Jersey, helping them become better players through his dedicated development system.

Atlantic 10 Conference
New York Daily News
FIBA
Belgium Basketball League
Denver Nuggets
NABC
Basketball Super League
NJCAA

THE BASKETBALL FACTORY

KEVIN HOUSTON'S REPUTATION
IN BASKETBALL

HERE'S WHAT TRAINERS, PLAYERS, AND HIGH-LEVEL EXECUTIVES HAVE TO SAY ABOUT HIM

IAN HANAVAN

IAN HANAVAN

PLAYER

PHOENIX BRUSSELS

"I've been through many workouts with a lot of different trainers in the USA and Europe, none compared to Kevin and his staff. The workout was only for an hour and focused on every aspect of basketball."

JIM BARON

JIM BARON

HEAD TRAINER

K-10 HALL OF FAME TRAINER

"There is no better person to teach the youth the game of basketball. His passion to make every player better is the same as when I trainered him at St Bonaventure. He is a leader and shows others by example."

NORM ROBERTS

NORM ROBERTS

ASSISTANT TRAINER

KANSAS JAYHAWKS

"I recruited Kevin when I was at the University of Tulsa and two things that have never changed his work ethic and dedication."

MARLON SEARS

MARLON SEARS

ASSISTANT TRAINER

COLUMBIA LIONS

"I worked out with Kevin for two years and he always went into the gym with a purpose. He was well organized and knew what specific drills he wanted to work on to get us better. It was that attention to detail is the reason why we won a championship our second year."

LEONARDO HAMILTON

LEONARDO HAMILTON

HEAD TRAINER

FLORIDA ST SEMINOLES

"Kevin has the ability to inspire players in this generation it's important because they want to achieve the same things Kevin has accomplished and that is to be successful."

MICHAEL HUGER

MICHAEL HUGER

ASSISTANT TRAINER

TEMPLE OWLS

"If I was a parent deciding who would my son/daughter learn basketball, I would choose Kevin simply because to find someone with his basketball experience is rare."

SCOTT HOWARD

SCOTT HOWARD

HEAD SCOUT

CHARLOTTE BOBCATS

"The hard work Kevin put in as a player is the same work that he brings in developing and improving players."

ANDREA MAGELLI

ANDREA MAGELLI

HEAD TRAINER

VIENNA CLUB

"Kevin was one of the best players I ever trainered not because of his physical gifts or talent. His work ethic was second to none. He would spend hours upon hours after practice working on how to get better and that was at the age of 34. Kevin not only helped our team finish at the top of our league. He helped a lot of our young players develop by teaching them how to be a professional."

Ready to train with one of basketball's most respected professionals?

ELITE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

COLLEGE PLACEMENT

Kevin Houston college placement success

Kevin Houston is the founder of The Basketball Factory, where he has successfully placed over 100 players into college programs. With a successful European academy-inspired training system and years of professional training experience, Kevin has helped top middle school and high school players earn college scholarships.

100+
Players Placed in College Programs from Sparta, NJ Area
15+
Years Elite Training Experience - College & Pro Level
#1
Sussex County AAU Program for College Placement

AKA MR. BANS

ELITE SKILL TRAINER

Kevin Houston aka Mr. Bans is recognized as an elite skill trainer, known for his ability to bring out the best in aspiring basketball players. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the game, he tailors training to the unique needs of each athlete, ensuring they master the fundamentals while developing advanced techniques. His professional experience across Europe's top leagues gives him unique insights into what it takes to compete at the highest levels, and he brings that championship mindset to every training session in Sparta, New Jersey. Whether working with beginners or advanced players, Kevin's personalized approach ensures every athlete reaches their full potential.

10+
Years Pro Experience
PRO
Level Training
1-ON-1
Personalized Focus
Kevin Houston - Elite Basketball Skill Trainer in Sparta NJ

PROFESSIONAL CAREER

DECORATED PLAYER

Kevin Houston - Decorated Professional Basketball Player

Kevin Houston isn't just another trainer in Sparta, New Jersey—he's a highly accomplished former professional player whose international basketball career spanning Europe gives him real-world expertise that 99% of youth basketball trainers in Sussex County simply don't possess. Learning from someone who has actually succeeded at the highest levels of basketball gives children an irreplaceable competitive advantage.

10+ YEARS PROFESSIONAL CAREER

Played across Europe's top leagues - bringing world-class basketball IQ and professional training methods to Sussex County youth

DIVISION I COLLEGIATE EXCELLENCE

Top 50 scorer nationally - your child learns from proven elite-level competition experience

NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED

MEDIA COVERAGE

Kevin Houston Media Coverage - NJ Herald Feature

SPORTS ILLUSTRATED FEATURE

Kevin Houston made the front page of Sports Illustrated's college basketball section during the NCAA tournament game when University of Miami played Purdue. This national recognition validated his elite skills on basketball's biggest stage, proving he competed at the highest levels of college basketball.

NJ HERALD COVER STORY

The New Jersey Herald featured Kevin Houston's impact on youth basketball throughout Sussex County. The article highlighted how a former professional player returned to Northern New Jersey to build the region's premier AAU program, bringing elite-level training to local communities.

COLLEGIATE EXCELLENCE

TOP COLLEGIATE PLAYER

Kevin Houston - Top Collegiate Basketball Player
TOP 10
Atlantic 10 Rankings
#46
Division I Scorer
TOP 50
Seniors Nationally
NBA
Pre-Draft Camp

Kevin Houston ranked TOP 10 in the Atlantic 10 Conference for points, rebounds, steals, 3-pointers made, and field goal percentage. He earned Big East Player of the Week honors at Miami University and was invited to NBA Pre-Draft Camp. Your child learns from a trainer who competed at basketball's highest levels.

PROVEN WINNER

CHAMPIONSHIP TRAINER

Leading The Basketball Factory to prestigious championships at the highest levels of youth basketball competition

Kevin Houston - Championship Basketball Trainer

NIKE TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS

Elite national competition showcasing top AAU talent

NIKE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

Competed against EYBL, Under Armour, and Adidas teams

NJ AAU STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

Dominating New Jersey's premier AAU competition

Here's what separates The Basketball Factory from every other youth basketball program in Sparta, New Jersey and Sussex County: CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS at the highest national levels. While other local AAU teams in Northern New Jersey struggle to compete beyond regional tournaments, Kevin Houston has led The Basketball Factory to victories in the Nike Tournament of Champions, Nike National Championship, and New Jersey AAU State Championship—defeating elite teams from EYBL, Under Armour, and Adidas circuits. When you're investing in your child's basketball future, you need proven winners, not hopeful participants. Parents throughout Sparta, Hopatcong, Newton, Andover, and the surrounding areas trust The Basketball Factory because Kevin doesn't just talk about excellence—his teams consistently PROVE it on the court against the nation's best competition, giving your child exposure and development that simply doesn't exist at ordinary local programs.

PRO A FRENCH LEAGUE

RECORD BREAKING

Kevin Houston - Record Breaking Basketball Performance
🏀 Historic Elite Performance

Kevin Houston made history in France's Pro A League by drilling 8 out of 10 three-pointers in a single game, setting a Pro A French League record with a 42 evaluation rating that still stands today. He set professional records competing against Europe's best players, bringing championship-level expertise to youth training.

8/10
Historic 3-Point Performance
42
Pro A French League Record

CAREER PORTFOLIO

A visual journey through Kevin Houston's outstanding basketball career, capturing moments of triumph, skillful play, and significant milestones from collegiate excellence to professional achievements.

Professional Career - Belgium

Professional Career - Belgium

Playing at the highest level in European basketball leagues

Game Day Performance

Game Day Performance

Showcasing skills and leadership on the court

Competitive Excellence

Competitive Excellence

Years of experience in professional basketball

International Experience

International Experience

Competing across multiple countries and leagues

Team Leadership

Team Leadership

Building chemistry and guiding teammates to success

College Basketball

College Basketball

Foundation of skills developed at collegiate level

Championship Moments

Championship Moments

Celebrating victories and team achievements

Training Development

Training Development

Transitioning knowledge from player to trainer

Team Building

Team Building

Working with athletes to reach their potential

Basketball Excellence

Basketball Excellence

Dedication to the sport and continuous improvement

Professional Athlete

Professional Athlete

Portrait of commitment and athletic achievement

European Competition

European Competition

Competing in top-tier international basketball

Professional Play

Professional Play

Displaying technical skills and basketball IQ

Training & Development

Training & Development

Continuous work ethic and skill refinement

Basketball Journey

Basketball Journey

A career built on passion and dedication

Career Milestone

Career Milestone

Memorable moments from a distinguished career

TRAIN WITH A PROVEN CHAMPION

Join The Basketball Factory in Sparta, NJ and learn from Kevin Houston's decades of elite playing and training experience. Transform your game with training methods developed from college and professional basketball success.