Kingdom International Prep
Founded in 2010, Kingdom Performance was built with a clear mission: to empower athletes, develop people, and unlock potential through training, mentorship, and purposeful leadership. Over the years, that mission has grown into a proven culture of development that extends far beyond the basketball court.
Kingdom International Prep is the next evolution of that mission. Based in Dallas, TX, we provide international student-athletes with an Immersive Athlete Experience designed to help them successfully transition to life, basketball, and education in the United States. Through high-level player development, mentorship, academic guidance, leadership development, and connections to prospective private schools, we help each athlete identify and pursue the right pathway for their future.
We don’t simply prepare athletes for the next level—we help connect them to it.
Coach Keith Spencer is a former NCAA DIVISION | athlete at the University of Texas-San Antonio and a former professional player for De Friesland Aris in the Netherlands. His passion for the international game and global culture was sparked through these firsthand experiences.
Following his playing career, Coach Keith founded KINGDOM PERFORMANCE ACADEMY while also coaching high school basketball. He began as an assistant coach at John Paul II High School before becoming the head coach at International Leadership of Texas High School, where he taught Leadership & Sports Performance for 8 years.
With over a decade of experience, Coach Keith has trained THOUSANDS of athletes and has helped hundreds secure college scholarships and professional contracts-including 2024 TIBA DRAFT #20 PICK, JAYLON TYSON.
His coaching journey has taken him AROUND THE GLOBE, leading elite basketball camps across EUROPE, ASIA, and MEXICO, where he provides high-level training and exposure to aspiring athletes.
His mission is to DEVELOP, LEAD, and EMPOWER THE IIEXT GENERATION-broadening opportunities for international student-athletes and advancing the global game through Kingdom International Prep.
Coach Aleer Deng brings over four years of basketball coaching experience with a strong passion for developing athletes both on and off the court. He has worked extensively with youth, helping players build fundamentals, improve skills, and develop a mindset of discipline and purpose. Several of the athletes he has trained have gone on to play professionally in countries such as Spain, Ecuador, and Australia.
Coach Aleer attended IMG Academy and Victory Rock Prep (Bradenton, FL); ranked No. 7 player in Florida. Obtained a scholarship to further his education and college career at UMKC.
After his playing career, Coach Aleer returned to Victory Rock Prep under Loren Jackson. Focused on player development, leadership, and fundamentals. Helped team capture the 2022 conference championship.
Born and raised in San Bernardino, California, Coach Eric’s journey is one of perseverance, purpose, and faith. Overcoming a challenging upbringing and years in foster care, he found stability and direction after enlisting in the United States Air Force at just 17. Serving seven years, including deployment in the Gulf War, he developed leadership, discipline, and a heart for mentorship while representing military all-star basketball teams around the world.
Following his service, Eric earned a basketball scholarship to the University of Hawaii–Hilo, where he became a two-year starter and All-Conference scholar-athlete. After a brief professional career in Germany, he transitioned into the corporate world, excelling as a logistics executive and “leader of leaders.”
Today, Coach Eric serves as Kingdom Performance Academy’s Director of Player & Parent Engagement, bridging families and trainers to ensure every athlete’s growth on and off the court. Above all, he’s a proud father of four and a lifelong mentor dedicated to empowering the next generation
Dr Stan is a Sports Physical Therapist and Strength Coach with many years of experience in Physical Therapy and over a decade in Strength and Conditioning. His philosophy is rooted in giving, motivating, healing, and guiding each individual toward recovery and performance excellence.
He specialize in rehabilitation and recovery for all injuries through comprehensive Physical Therapy services, including: Dry Needling, Cupping, Corrective Exercises, Manual Therapy, Myofascial Releasing, Sports Massage and Graston Scraping.
Aaron Johnson is a dedicated coach, trainer, and basketball player committed to helping the next generation pursue their goals both on and off the court. A Mississippi State Champion in 2018, Aaron went on to play one season at Holmes Community College, making a championship appearance, before spending four years at Philander Smith College, where he won a conference championship, earned GCAC Second Team honors, and made two additional championship appearances. His basketball journey has also taken him overseas, including two seasons playing in Zambia and participation in basketball events across six different countries. Currently working in a day habilitation facility, Aaron brings his experience, discipline, and passion for development into his work with others. While continuing to pursue his own career as a professional player, his mission as a coach and trainer is to push young athletes to believe in themselves, overcome obstacles, and never give up on their dreams.