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MARQUES HOUTMAN

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NOMINEE

Marques Houtman, a pioneering Cape Verdean player, has been announced as an eligible candidate for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class Of 2024. Houtman is a first-time nominee as a player, officially listed as representing North America.

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PIONEER

Houtman had a remarkable playing career, highlighted by his performance at the 2007 FIBA AfroBasket tournament. He led the Cape Verde National Team to a bronze medal in the competition and was named to the all-tournament team. He was considered the best point guard in Africa from 2007 to 2009.

OVERSEAS CHAMPION

Houtman turned the spotlight he earned with Cape Verde into professional playing opportunities in three different countries: Angola, Portugal, and the United States. He played for the Boston Frenzy in the American Basketball Association, multiple teams in Portugal (including FC Porto), and Clube 1 de Agosto in Angola. He won multiple league and cup championships.

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COLLEGE LEGEND

Under-recruited coming out of high school, Houtman landed at NCAA DIII UMass Dartmouth, next door to where he grew up. He led the Corsairs to a No. 2 National Ranking and Sweet Sixteen appearance, while also earning NABC All-Regional honors and scoring more than 1,250 points in just over two seasons. He was inducted into the school's Hall of Fame in 2014.

AMBASSADOR

Since his retirement from playing professionally, Houtman has become a well-respected ambassador for the game. He devotes much of his time to helping the next generation of basketball players through coaching and mentorship. He leads the Cabo Sports Club and assists with ASAP All Scholastic Athletic Program, and A1 Athletics & Fitness, which is centered on youth players aged 7 to 12, with programs happening both in the United States and Cape Verde.

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Houtman For The Hall

Join us on this journey through Marques Houtman's basketball career. For inquiries or collaborations, please contact us at houtmanforthehall@gmail.com

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