Business Details
8 Years
experience
Elite Youth Basketball Training & Team Development in Westland, MI
Michigan Factory Basketball is a premier youth travel basketball program in Southeast Michigan dedicated to developing athletes through comprehensive training and competitive play. Founded on the principle that excellence is a habit, we emphasize skill development, team-first basketball, and injury prevention. Our athletes receive personalized training through skills classes, strength programs, and a challenging exposure schedule designed to maximize college recruitment opportunities.With our own state-of-the-art facility, The Factory, we provide unparalleled access to training tools, open gym sessions, and expert coaching. Since 2018, we have successfully placed over 40 athletes at all levels of collegiate basketball while fostering a positive culture that prioritizes growth both on and off the court.
Services
Skill Development Classes
Exposure Schedule
Pre-Hab Strength Program
Facility Access
College Placement
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of coaching experience with college and professional player development
- Our Pre-Hab strength program has prevented ACL injuries in 100+ athletes since 2018
- We provide 8-24 team practices per season with certified professional coaches
- Our athletes gain exposure through national events like Run 4 the Roses and The National Championship
- We maintain a 40+ college placement record since our first graduating class in 2018
What people say
Skill development focus
College exposure success
Injury prevention program
Professional coaching staff
State-of-the-art facility
Services
Skill Development Classes
Our comprehensive skills classes include shooting form, ball handling, finishing techniques, and vertical leap training. Athletes receive 8-16 credits per season for customized training. Certified coaches deliver level-specific instruction from beginner to advanced levels.
Exposure Schedule
We compete in top national events including Run 4 the Roses and The National Championship. Our schedule provides maximum college coach exposure while maintaining regional competitiveness. Teams participate in 10-20 events annually based on division.
Pre-Hab Strength Program
This specialized program reduces ACL injury risk through targeted strength training. Athletes attend mandatory sessions weekly with optional additional workouts. The program has maintained zero ACL injuries since implementation in 2018.
Facility Access
The Factory features a full court, strength training equipment, and specialized tools like the Shoot-A-Way 10K Gun. Members enjoy open gym sessions and access to resistance training systems for year-round development.
College Placement
We provide player profiles with academic details and coach contacts to college recruiters. Our program has placed 40+ athletes at D1, D2, D3, NAIA, and JUCO levels since 2018 through strategic exposure and development plans.
People
Rich Sherwood
Owner/Director
With 15 years of coaching experience, Rich has placed athletes at all college levels including D1 programs. He owns The Factory facility and oversees basketball operations while coaching the 23 Orange team.
Jalen Sykes
Head Coach
Former NJCAA champion and professional player, Jalen brings championship experience to player development. He specializes in fundamentals training and leads the Boys 2027 teams with proven skill development techniques.
Maya Kelly
Head Coach
As our first former player turned coach, Maya combines personal experience with coaching expertise. She leads the Girls 2027 Orange team while contributing to skills training programs at The Factory.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We offer programs for grades 1-12 with specific teams for 6th-12th graders and youth development for younger athletes.
Do you guarantee college scholarships?
While we can't guarantee scholarships, our program has placed 40+ athletes at all college levels since 2018 through strategic exposure.
What training facilities do you have?
The Factory features a full court, strength training equipment, vertical leap trainers, and specialized tools like the Shoot-A-Way 10K Gun.
How often do teams practice?
Teams practice 1-2 times weekly with additional skills training sessions and open gym opportunities available.
Do you offer financial assistance?
Need-based scholarships are available through our spiritwear and vending proceeds, prioritizing athletes who require our environment but can't afford it.
What makes your program unique?
Our combination of skills training, exposure schedule, and Pre-Hab injury prevention in a dedicated facility creates unmatched athlete development.
Reviews (2)
Jesse Holbrook
Oct 16, 2021
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Rich is and awesome coach all around Also with his strength and injury prevention training it top notch. Great program for young ladies trying to take there game to the next Level.
Spotted Eagle
Oct 16, 2020
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Great clean environment that has an intimate feel to it to have some great workouts. Offers a bit of everything as it's a multipurpose facility!
