Arron Bain

Arron Bain (born c. 1971) is an American former basketball player who rose to national prominence as a forward at Flint Hill School in Oakton, Virginia, where he led the nationally ranked program to multiple prep titles under coach Stu Vetter.^[1] Widely regarded as one of the top high school players in the country, Bain was named to the Parade All-America First Team and selected for the McDonald's All-American Boys Game in 1989.^[2]

Bain grew up in Elkins, West Virginia, before enrolling at Flint Hill School near Washington, D.C., where he played under Hall of Fame coach Stu Vetter. He was a key contributor to Flint Hill's national powerhouse teams from 1985 to 1989, which achieved a record of 91–5 during his four years. Bain helped lead the program to two national prep titles and was part of a 59-game winning streak. The Washington Post profiled Bain during his senior year at Flint Hill, highlighting his transition from West Virginia to the D.C. basketball scene, his 1,600+ prep points, 59–game win streak, and Parade All‑America mention.^[1]

Standing 6 ft 7 in and playing forward, Bain scored over 1,600 points in his high school career. He earned numerous national and regional honors. ^[3]

Bain signed with Villanova University and played four seasons from 1989 to 1993. After appearing in a reserve role as a freshman during the 1989–90 season, he earned increased playing time in subsequent years, starting 66 games over his collegiate career. Bain became a consistent contributor, averaging 7.9 points and 3.4 rebounds per game across 119 total appearances.^[4]

He was one of the most talented players to come out of the D.C. area in the late 1980s, with a combination of size, skill, and athleticism that made him a national recruit.

— The Washington Post ^[1]

Bain was part of multiple NCAA Tournament teams under coach Rollie Massimino and was known for his physicality, three-point shooting, and versatility as a forward.^[2]

Bain’s collegiate statistics are available via Sports-Reference.com.^[4]

Bain was eligible for the 1993 NBA draft but went undrafted, deemed an “unrestricted free agent” by RealGM.^[5]

Though a standout in high school and a solid collegiate contributor, Bain was overlooked in the draft likely due to inconsistency in his offensive output and concerns about athleticism translating to the NBA level. Despite improving to 10.4 points and 4.5 rebounds per game in his sophomore season, he did not establish himself as a dominant presence in the highly competitive Big East against future NBA talent.^[4]

• The Washington Post profiled Bain during his senior year at Flint Hill, highlighting his transition from West Virginia to the D.C. basketball scene, his 1,600+ prep points, 59–game win streak, and Parade All‑America mention. ^[6]
• The Washington Post also reported on Bain’s senior-year averages—20.5 points, 11 rebounds, and 3 assists—and his decision to sign with Villanova alongside teammate Randolph Lynch.^[7]
• Los Angeles Times reported on a 1989 exhibition game in Maui, calling Bain "their best young player" after he scored 22 points against an international squad.^[8]
• Gatorade Player of the Year confirms Bain was the 1988–89 Virginia Boys Basketball State Player of the Year.^[9]
• RealGM maintains a detailed profile with Bain’s high school accolades and complete college statistics.^[5]
• VU Hoops lists Bain among Villanova's most recruited McDonald’s All-Americans.^[2]

Bain is remembered as one of the top prep players from the D.C. metropolitan area during the late 1980s. His high school dominance at Flint Hill, alongside teammates who went on to major Division I programs, cemented his status as one of the elite forwards of his class. His selection as both a Parade and McDonald’s All-American places him in the ranks of the most highly regarded high school players of his era.

• Flint Hill School
• Villanova Wildcats men's basketball
• Parade All-America Boys Basketball Team