RUDI WILLIAMS

POSITION:  Guard

HEIGHT:  6-2 (188 cm)

WEIGHT:  189 lbs (86 kg)

BIRTHDATE:  August 13, 1998 (Hamilton, ON)

HIGH SCHOOL:  Forest Trail Academy (Kernersville, NC)

UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE:  Brigham Young University (2023)

HOW ACQUIRED:  Signed as free agent on July 21, 2025

YEARS PRO:  2

BIO

PROFESSIONAL CAREER 


Joining the Honey Badgers averaging 18.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 1.5 steals, and 28.1 minutes in 81 games in Hungary, Austria, and the CEBL. 


2025 CEBL Season: Averaged 6.7 points, 1.6 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.1 steals, and 15.5 minutes in 10 games with the Ottawa BlackJacks … Put up 14 points and three assists June 15 vs. Niagara … Posted season-high’s across the board with 15 points, 10 made free throws, four rebounds, and six assists May 18 vs. Niagara.


2024-25: Averaged 21.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 1.9 steals, and 33.4 minutes in 28 games with Kormend in Hungary … Awarded Hungarian League Player of the Week on two separate occasions … Scored in double-figures in all games he played including a 24-point, 11-assist, five-steal performance March 1 vs. Szolnok … Recorded a season-high 31 points to go with eight rebounds and four assists December 14 vs. Sopron KC … Registered 30 points, 10 rebounds, six assists, and three steals November 2 vs. Szolnok.


2023-24: Averaged 20.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 1.4 steals, and 28.6 minutes in 41 games with Kapfenberg in Austria … Earned an Alpe-Adria-Cup Player of the Week award … Only scored nine or less points in three games … Shot eight or more free throws in 11 outings … Had five double-double’s on the season including 29 points and 10 assists as well as a career-high seven steals January 10 vs. Dinamo … Scored a professional career-high 39 points on 14-20 shooting December 8 vs. Gmunden.


2023 CEBL Season: Averaged 3.5 points, 1.5 rebounds, 1.0 assists, and 8.0 minutes in two games with the Edmonton Stingers … Recorded first professional points June 23 vs. Brampton.



UNIVERSITY / COLLEGE CAREER 


Averaged 13.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.4 steals, and 26.1 minutes in 153 games with Brigham Young University (BYU), Coastal Carolina College, Kansas State University, and Northeast Oklahoma A&M College.


2022-23: Averaged 12.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 23.1 minutes in 34 games with BYU … One of three players in program history to score 25 or more points off the bench at least three times during the regular season … Went 15-for-16 from the free-throw line in a 21-point outing February 25 vs. San Francisco which established the eighth-most makes from the free-throw line in one game in program history … Had a season-high 28 points at San Francisco on January 21 which set the mark for the fifth-most by a reserve in school history … Recorded a season-high eight assists January 12 vs. Gonzaga (75-74 loss) who were the eighth-ranked team in the country at the time.

 

2021-22: Averaged 14.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.5 steals, and 30.0 minutes in 34 games with Coastal Carolina College … Ranked second on the team in points and assists, and first in steals and three point percentage (.447) … Scored in double digits in 24 of his 33 contests … Sat third in the Sun Belt Conference with a .509 field goal percentage … Was the only Coastal Carolina player to eclipse 30 points in a game, which he accomplished on two separate occasions including a season-high 31 points, 13 made field goals, and nine rebounds February 23 vs. Arkansas State.

 

2020-21: Averaged 4.9 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 17.7 minutes in 28 games with the Wildcats … Logged nearly 500 minutes (491) while participating in his junior season with the Kansas State Wildcats … Had at least two rebounds in 19 games including a season-high tying six at Texas on January 16 and on March 11 vs. Baylor in the Big 12 Championship quarterfinals … Played a season-high 40 minutes January 9 vs. Oklahoma State (70-54 loss) … Scored in 25 of the 27 games in which he participated including registering three games in double-figures featuring a season-high 16 points December 11 vs. Milwaukee … Ranked fifth on the team in three-point field goals (15) and recorded at least one three-point field goal in 11 games … Named to the Fall 2020 Big 12 Commissioner’s Honour Roll.

 

2019-20: Averaged 21.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, 8.9 assists, 2.7 steals and 32.8 minutes in 30 games with the Norsemen … Named the NJCAA Region II Player of the Year in his second season with Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College … Tallied four triple-doubles on the season … Concluded the season ranking first in the NJCAA in total assists (267), twelfth in field goals made (138) and steals (82), fourteenth in minutes played (985) and twentieth in points scored (629) … Equaled the school record for the third most assists in one game (14) November 8 at Oklahoma Wesleyan University JV while establishing the Norsemen single season record for assists in a season … Combined with his 225 assist campaign in 2018-19, he provided a school record 492 assists in his two-season career with the team.

 

2018-19: Averaged 12.9 points, 5.9 rebounds, 8.3 assists, 1.7 steals and 26.0 minutes in 27 games as a freshman with Northeast Oklahoma A&M College … Led Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College in assists (225) during his freshman season with the Golden Norsemen … Averaged almost 13 points-per-game while shooting over 53 percent from the field … Placed among the top five in the NJCAA in both total assists and assists per-game … Recorded two triple-doubles on the season featuring a 15 point, 10 rebound, 11 assist effort December 4 vs. Missouri Southern State.



PERSONAL

Son of Beverley Williams … Has six siblings … Prepped at Forest Trail Academy in North Carolina after attending Sir Allan MacNab Secondary School in Hamilton, Ont.

By Elias Eldridge April 17, 2026
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Friday that four-year pro Tajh Green has agreed to a contract for the 2026 season. The 6’8” South Carolina native will join the Honey Badgers for his first professional campaign in Canada. Green has already made his mark in several European countries including Bulgaria most recently, as well as Kosovo, Germany, and England. “Tajh’s motor, athleticism, and versatility on both ends of the floor will be a valuable addition to our rotation,” said Honey Badgers General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations Jermaine Anderson. “His character, combined with his professional experience will have a positive impact on our young players and our team as a whole. We’re excited to welcome him to the Honey Badgers family.” For his career, Green has averaged 14.6 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 29.2 minutes across 157 professional games. He has put up career-highs of 35 points, 17 rebounds, and seven three-pointers made. He has also recorded a triple-double while playing with Manchester in England in 2023, logging 19 points, 17 rebounds, and 10 assists. He has collected many achievements through his career thus far, including All-British First Team in 2023 with Manchester, five-time British BBL Player of the week from 2023 - 2024, and Kosovan League Player of the Week in 2025. “Tajh Green is the type of player every winning program needs - tough, competitive, and completely bought into doing whatever it takes to win,” said Honey Badgers Head Coach Alex Cerda. “He brings a relentless motor on both ends, plays with an edge, and elevates the guys around him. We’re excited about the impact he’s going to make on our culture and on the floor from day one.” Green had a six-year collegiate career with Benedict College and Spartanburg Methodist College (SMC). After two years at SMC, he transferred but had to sit out a season due to the NCAA’s transfer rules which are no longer in place. He thrived during his three seasons at Benedict, averaging 14.4 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks. In his senior year he won the SIAC Player of the Year award while leading his team to an SIAC Tournament finale appearance. The Brampton Honey Badgers will begin their season with two home games on Friday, May 15 and Sunday, May 17 versus the Ottawa BlackJacks and Calgary Surge, respectively. Click here to get your Honey Badgers tickets today, starting at only $15 per game. ### About the Brampton Honey Badgers One of the original franchises of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers proudly call the CAA Centre home. The Brampton front office and basketball operations department bring NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA and major international pro league experience to the franchise. With a vision of promoting Brampton grassroots basketball and local businesses through community and corporate engagement, the Honey Badgers will leverage the explosion of basketball as a vehicle for innovation and change. For more information visit honeybadgers.ca . About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) is Canada’s professional basketball league, featuring 10 member clubs across six provinces. Powered by elite talent, a fast-paced game format, and deep community connections, the CEBL delivers high-level basketball and unforgettable summer experiences for fans nationwide. The league boasts the youngest fan base in Canadian professional sport, half under age 34, and one of the fastest-growing audiences in the country, now reaching nearly 4.1 million Canadians. This momentum reflects the CEBL’s ability to deliver dynamic, thrilling gameplay while connecting deeply with a new generation of fans and expanding basketball’s cultural footprint across Canada. The CEBL is where elite performance meets homegrown talent. In 2025, 17 players with NBA experience hit the court, while nearly 70% of the league’s roster was Canadian, the highest concentration of domestic talent in any professional sports league in the country. Running from May through August, the CEBL’s season is a showcase of top basketball talent and a summer hub for fast-paced, high-energy fan excitement. Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca
By Elias Eldridge April 15, 2026
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Wednesday that Toronto-icon Superfan Nav Bhatia has joined the Brampton Honey Badgers as a Community Ambassador. Through this partnership, the organization will be working closely alongside the Superfan Nav Bhatia Foundation to inspire youth in the community. “Working as an ambassador for Canada Basketball and the Toronto Raptors has given me the opportunity to impact our youth on a global and national scale,” said Bhatia “What the Brampton Honey Badgers represent, is an opportunity to work much closer with the youth in my own backyard with the community I grew up alongside. I am looking forward to working with the Brampton Honey Badgers and launching new community initiatives with my foundation.” As the first fan honoured in the NBA Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, Nav Bhatia has quickly become a global icon for any basketball fan. You may know him as the “Toronto Raptors Superfan”, having attended every single Raptors home game besides what he was required to miss due to the COVID-19 pandemic during the 2020-21 season. After the Raptors won their first NBA Championship in 2019, Bhatia became the first fan in history to receive an official NBA Championship ring. “Words cannot fully capture the impact Nav Bhatia has had on basketball in Canada,” said Honey Badgers CEO Al Whitley. “This marks a significant milestone for the Brampton Honey Badgers. Nav’s influence on the game and his connection to communities across the GTA will help elevate our organization to new heights. We are proud to work alongside Nav and engage our community.” The first initiative, titled the ‘Badgers Bench Mob’, was launched Monday, April 13 by the Brampton Honey Badgers in conjunction with the Superfan Nav Bhatia Foundation - with Mayor Patrick Brown and Deputy Chief of Peel Regional Police Marc Andrews in attendance. Beginning during the 2026 season, and aimed to empower youth by providing them with a live professional basketball experience, community leaders are able to purchase and donate courtside tickets to youth in the community. “The Badger’s Bench Mob is a means to give our youth a feeling of ownership and camaraderie,” said Bhatia. “Nothing brings people together like sports. I have used basketball as a tool to bring people together my entire life, now with the Honey Badgers and the Bench Mob program, we can bring even more of the community together to rally and cheer on our team.” The program is very simple. You may donate two tickets for the entire season at a special price of only $1100, or two tickets to one game at only $110. The games you cannot attend are donated to youth in the community and a charitable tax receipt is issued by Kids Up Front. “This is a very exciting day for our organization,” said Honey Badgers Owner Leonard Asper. “Nav Bhatia is a Canadian icon and his contributions to the community and this sport have been inspiring and have changed so many lives for the better. Together, our shared values and commitment to the sport while creating opportunity for our youth is going to be a powerful combination. Having the opportunity to join forces with him is a true honour and we are thrilled to have him on our team.” The Brampton Honey Badgers will begin their season with two home games on Friday, May 15 and Superfan Day on Sunday, May 17 versus the Ottawa BlackJacks and Calgary Surge, respectively. Click here to get your Honey Badgers tickets today, starting at only $15 per game. ### About the Brampton Honey Badgers One of the original franchises of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers proudly call the CAA Centre home. The Brampton front office and basketball operations department bring NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA and major international pro league experience to the franchise. With a vision of promoting Brampton grassroots basketball and local businesses through community and corporate engagement, the Honey Badgers will leverage the explosion of basketball as a vehicle for innovation and change. For more information visit honeybadgers.ca . About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) is Canada’s professional basketball league, featuring 10 member clubs across six provinces. Powered by elite talent, a fast-paced game format, and deep community connections, the CEBL delivers high-level basketball and unforgettable summer experiences for fans nationwide. The league boasts the youngest fan base in Canadian professional sport, half under age 34, and one of the fastest-growing audiences in the country, now reaching nearly 4.1 million Canadians. This momentum reflects the CEBL’s ability to deliver dynamic, thrilling gameplay while connecting deeply with a new generation of fans and expanding basketball’s cultural footprint across Canada. The CEBL is where elite performance meets homegrown talent. In 2025, 17 players with NBA experience hit the court, while nearly 70% of the league’s roster was Canadian, the highest concentration of domestic talent in any professional sports league in the country. Running from May through August, the CEBL’s season is a showcase of top basketball talent and a summer hub for fast-paced, high-energy fan excitement. About the Brampton Honey Badger’s Bench Mob Badgers Bench Mob is more than a ticket program - it’s a movement built by the Brampton Honey Badgers to bring the next generation into the game. This initiative provides youth across the community with access to live basketball experiences - giving them a seat in the arena, a sense of belonging, and a chance to feel the energy of being part of something bigger than themselves. Just like the bench in basketball, where players stay ready, support one another, and step up when it matters most, Badgers Bench Mob is about empowering young people to find their moment. It’s about showing them that they belong, that they matter, and that they are part of a team, on and off the court. Basketball has the power to unite. It breaks barriers, builds confidence, and creates lifelong connections. Through shared experiences at games, youth are not just spectators - they become part of a culture rooted in resilience, teamwork, and fearlessness. Badgers Bench Mob turns moments into motivation: Inspiring youth to believe in themselves Creating a sense of community and connection Providing access to experiences that can shape futures Because when young people feel included, supported, and inspired - they don’t just watch the game… they become part of it. Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca
By Elias Eldridge April 13, 2026
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Monday that they have signed Montreal-native and University of Southern Mississippi alum Tegra Izay. Izay will be making his professional debut with the Honey Badgers this season after a six-year collegiate career spanning through the University of Southern Mississippi, Harcum Community College, and La Salle University. “The addition of Tegra gives us size and another physical presence,” said Honey Badgers General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations Jermaine Anderson. “He’s eager to start his professional career, and his work ethic and approach to the game align with our culture. We’re excited to welcome him to the Honey Badger family.” Most recently with the Golden Eagles, the seven-footer recorded two or more blocks in eight games and shot 59.5 percent from the field on the season while studying as a graduate student. In 2022, Izay transferred to Harcum Community College in JUCO where he averaged 8.4 points, 9.2 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks per game. He recorded seven double-doubles on the season, putting up some monster statlines including 16 points on 5-for-5 shooting, eight rebounds, and three blocks December 17 vs. Cape Fear Community College and 13 points, 13 rebounds, and eight blocks November 1 vs. CCBC Catonsville, to name a few. “Tegra brings a relentless motor, toughness, and a team-first approach that aligns with everything we value,” said Honey Badgers Head Coach Alex Cerda. “He impacts the game on both ends - defending, rebounding, screening and making winning plays that don’t always show up in the box score. We’re excited about his growth and the edge he adds to our group." After Izay’s freshman season with La Salle University, he was awarded Atlantic 10 Commissioner’s Honour Roll, which recognizes student-athletes who achieved a combined GPA of 3.0 or higher. The Brampton Honey Badgers will begin their season with two home games on Friday, May 15 and Sunday, May 17 versus the Ottawa BlackJacks and Calgary Surge, respectively. Click here to get your Honey Badgers tickets today, starting at only $15 per game. ### About the Brampton Honey Badgers One of the original franchises of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL), the 2022 CEBL Champion Brampton Honey Badgers proudly call the CAA Centre home. The Brampton front office and basketball operations department bring NBA, NBA G League, national team, NCAA and major international pro league experience to the franchise. With a vision of promoting Brampton grassroots basketball and local businesses through community and corporate engagement, the Honey Badgers will leverage the explosion of basketball as a vehicle for innovation and change. For more information visit honeybadgers.ca . About the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) The Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) is Canada’s professional basketball league, featuring 10 member clubs across six provinces. Powered by elite talent, a fast-paced game format, and deep community connections, the CEBL delivers high-level basketball and unforgettable summer experiences for fans nationwide. The league boasts the youngest fan base in Canadian professional sport, half under age 34, and one of the fastest-growing audiences in the country, now reaching nearly 4.1 million Canadians. This momentum reflects the CEBL’s ability to deliver dynamic, thrilling gameplay while connecting deeply with a new generation of fans and expanding basketball’s cultural footprint across Canada. The CEBL is where elite performance meets homegrown talent. In 2025, 17 players with NBA experience hit the court, while nearly 70% of the league’s roster was Canadian, the highest concentration of domestic talent in any professional sports league in the country. Running from May through August, the CEBL’s season is a showcase of top basketball talent and a summer hub for fast-paced, high-energy fan excitement. Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca



PROFESSIONAL STATISTICS

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2025 Ottawa BlackJacks 10 155 67 13-39 7-15 20-24 1 15 16 25 14 0 11 11
2024-25 Kormend (Hungary) 28 936 590 157-273 41-124 153-179 28 136 164 158 65 5 52 71
2023-24 Kapfenberg (Austria) 41 1173 847 207-375 76-235 205-222 32 175 207 192 87 12 57 109
2023 Edmonton Stingers 2 16 7 1-4 1-2 2-4 0 3 3 2 1 0 1 2
Totals 81 2280 1511 378-691 125-376 380-429 61 329 390 377 167 17 121 193

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2025 Ottawa BlackJacks 10 15.5 6.7 0.333 0.467 0.833 0.1 1.5 1.6 2.5 1.4 0.0 1.1 1.1
2024-25 Kormend (Hungary) 28 33.4 21.1 0.575 0.331 0.855 1.0 4.9 5.9 5.6 2.3 0.2 1.9 2.5
2023-24 Kapfenberg (Austria) 41 28.6 20.7 0.552 0.323 0.923 0.8 4.3 5.0 4.7 2.1 0.3 1.4 2.7
2023 Edmonton Stingers 2 8.0 3.5 0.250 0.500 0.500 0.0 1.5 1.5 1.0 0.5 0.0 0.5 1.0
Totals 81 28.1 18.7 0.547 0.332 0.886 0.8 4.1 4.8 4.7 2.1 0.2 1.5 2.4

COLLEGIATE STATISTICS

Totals

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2022-23 BYU 34 785 436 109-204 33-102 119-140 17 75 92 98 49 6 29 73
2021-22 Coastal Carolina College 34 1021 498 129-236 51-117 87-117 27 114 141 109 49 4 50 74
2020-21 Kansas State 28 495 137 38-77 15-52 16-21 14 57 71 38 28 2 11 37
2019-20 Northeast Oklahoma A&M College 30 985 629 187-337 39-107 138-171 67 135 202 267 20 3 82 95
2018-19 Northeast Oklahoma A&M College 27 703 347 113-199 17-46 70-85 50 110 160 225 47 4 46 51
Totals 153 3989 2047 576-1053 155-424 430-534 175 491 666 737 193 19 218 330

Averages

Year Team G MIN PTS 2FGP 3FGP FT RO RD RT AS PF BS ST TO
2022-23 BYU 34 23.1 12.8 0.534 0.324 0.850 0.5 2.2 2.7 2.9 1.4 0.2 0.9 2.1
2021-22 Coastal 34 30.0 14.6 0.547 0.436 0.744 0.8 3.4 4.1 3.2 1.4 0.1 1.5 2.2
2020-21 Kansas State 28 17.7 4.9 0.494 0.288 0.762 0.5 2.0 2.5 1.4 1.0 0.1 0.4 1.3
2019-20 Northeast Oklahoma A&M College 30 32.8 21.0 0.555 0.364 0.807 2.2 4.5 6.7 8.9 0.7 0.1 2.7 3.2
2018-19 Northeast Oklahoma A&M College 27 26.0 12.9 0.568 0.370 0.824 1.9 4.1 5.9 8.3 1.7 0.1 1.7 1.9
Totals 153 26.1 13.4 0.547 0.366 0.805 1.1 3.2 4.4 4.8 1.3 0.1 1.4 2.2