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.

HONEY BADGERS SIGN HAMILTON-NATIVE WILLIAMS FOR REMAINDER OF SEASON

By Elias Eldridge • July 21, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Monday that they have signed former Ottawa BlackJack and Edmonton Stinger Rudi Williams for the remainder of the 2025 CEBL season. The Honey Badgers have made several signings throughout the season of players with CEBL experience including the likes of Marcus Carr and Bryson Williams, and Rudi Williams is no different. He is coming off a 10-game stint with the BlackJacks where he posted 6.7 points and 2.5 assists while shooting .467 from beyond the arc. He came out strong this season with 15 points, six assists, and 10 made free throws May 18 vs. Niagara. He also recorded a 14-point game recently, once again versus Niagara on June 15. “Rudi is a solid addition as we try to close the regular season on a strong note,” said Honey Badgers General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations Jermaine Anderson. “He is a high-energy guard that can score and defend. We’re looking forward to welcoming him to the team.” Williams has really established himself as a scorer thus far in his young career. In his two seasons playing in Hungary and Austria, he has averaged 21.1 points and 20.7 points, respectively. He has also averaged 4.7 assists for his career coming into Brampton. Williams scored in double-figures in all 28 games he played with Kormend in Hungary. This included four double-doubles and three 30+-point outings, highlighted by 30 points, 10 rebounds, six assists, and three steals November 2 vs. Szolnok. This will be Williams third stint in the CEBL as he began his professional career with the Edmonton Stingers. He only played two games but recorded five points in his debut against his new squad, the Honey Badgers on June 23, 2023. Williams played at four different programs over a five-year collegiate stint, including ending his career with Brigham Young University (BYU) where he posted 12.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.9 assists. He played a big role with the Cougars and became one of three players in BYU history to score 25 or more points off the bench at least three times during the regular season. The Honey Badgers 2025 campaign is set to continue on the road in Ottawa where Williams will make his Honey Badgers debut. This is followed by the Honey Badgers final two home games of the season which take place Friday, July 25 vs. Scarborough and Sunday, July 27 vs. Niagara. In the spirit of the end of the regular season, please find a Buy One, Get One free offer here for the Honey Badgers last two home games. We look forward to seeing you at the CAA Centre! ### 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) A league created by Canadians for Canadians with a mission to develop Canadian players, coaches, sports executives, and referees, the CEBL boasts the highest percentage of Canadian players of any pro league in the country with 73% of its rosters being Canadian and more than 10 players with NBA game experience in 2025. Players also bring experience from the NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, NCAA programs, as well as U SPORTS and CCAA. More than 20 players have signed NBA contracts following a CEBL season, and numerous CEBL players attend NBA G League training camps every year. The CEBL season runs from May through August with games broadcast live on CEBL+ powered by Tonybet, TSN, TSN+, RDS , Game+ and Next Level Sports & Entertainment . More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram , Twitter , TikTok , LinkedIn , Facebook & YouTube . Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca

HONEY BADGERS AND XEIST COME TOGETHER IN OFFICIAL PARTNERSHIP

By Elias Eldridge • July 21, 2025
The Brampton Honey Badgers of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) announced Monday that Xeist has agreed to join the Honey Badgers as their official partner of travel apparel. Xeist will provide the Honey Badgers with custom travel apparel to rep when travelling on the road. Brampton plays 12 away games per season, and Xeist is helping to ensure that the team is moving in comfort and style whether they are across town in Scarborough, or on the west coast in Vancouver. "Partnering with the Brampton Honey Badgers isn’t just about outfitting a team—it’s about joining forces to elevate Canadian sport,” said Xeist Co-Founder Justin Avery-Gomes. “At Xeist, we create apparel that empowers athletes to push limits, own their game, and pursue their highest potential. As Canada’s sportswear brand, we're thrilled to be part of their journey to redefine what’s possible." Xeist is an apparel company that specializes in sportswear, specifically in team uniforms, tracksuits, backpacks, and much more. They have outfitted more than 5000 teams and 400 000 athletes throughout North America, keeping them looking sharp both on and off the field. One of their slogans, “this is the moment to Xeist”, emphasizes the importance of rising above what you already know. Not to just play, but to excel. “We’re excited to welcome Xeist as our official travel apparel partner,” said Honey Badgers President Josie Pingitore. “Their innovative and high-performance clothing ensures our team stays comfortable, stylish, and ready—no matter where our journey takes us. Partnering with a brand that shares our commitment to excellence and functionality is a natural fit, and we’re proud to represent Xeist on the road.” With the 2025 season underway, Honey Badgers fans can get excited for what is in store for the third season of professional basketball at the CAA Centre. Honey Badgers season tickets and other ticket packages are available now at honeybadgers.ca/tickets . ### 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) A league created by Canadians for Canadians with a mission to develop Canadian players, coaches, sports executives, and referees, the CEBL boasts the highest percentage of Canadian players of any pro league in the country with 73% of its rosters being Canadian and more than 10 players with NBA game experience in 2025. Players also bring experience from the NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, NCAA programs, as well as U SPORTS and CCAA. More than 20 players have signed NBA contracts following a CEBL season, and numerous CEBL players attend NBA G League training camps every year. The CEBL season runs from May through August with games broadcast live on CEBL+ powered by Tonybet, TSN, TSN+, RDS , Game+ and Next Level Sports & Entertainment . More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram , Twitter , TikTok , LinkedIn , Facebook & YouTube . About Xeist Xeist is a proudly Canadian sports apparel brand built for athletes who want more from their gear and from themselves. We exist to challenge the status quo—with bold design, relentless performance, and a mindset rooted in rising to the moment. As the fastest-growing sports apparel brand in the country, Xeist is redefining what it means to represent Canadian sport—on the court, the field, and beyond. Our mission is simple: helping athletes achieve their highest potential. To join the movement visit www.xeist.com . Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca

July 21 GAME PREVIEW: Brampton @ Ottawa

By Christian Bastasin-Diodati • July 21, 2025
The Honey Badgers continue their road trip in Ottawa as they prepare to play the BlackJacks for the final game in their in-season series July 21 @ 7:30pm. The Honey Badgers are looking to catch the last spot in the playoffs before the season ends. Brampton is currently 3.5 games behind the fourth place Montreal Alliance and five games behind Ottawa. Brampton still has the opportunity to make ground in the fight for the last playoff spot, however it will not be easy. Ottawa is currently third place in the Eastern Conference with a 7-8 record and have beaten the Honey Badgers in the past three meetings. Brampton’s remaining opponents have a combined record of 41-49 compared to Ottawa’s 89-76. If Brampton can get a win streak going during the last few games and Ottawa or Montreal start struggling, Brampton can sneak into the playoffs. Nonetheless, it ultimately starts with a win versus Ottawa. Brampton’s most recent game was a 79-97 loss against the defending champion Niagara River Lions, going down 2-1 in the in-season series. Starting in place of an ill Quinndary Weatherspoon, Marcus Carr was the Honey Badger’s best player, logging 20 points and 10 assists. Prince Oduro and David Muenkat were also key contributors. Oduro posted 17 points on 8-for-11 shooting from the field to go along with six rebounds. Muenkat added extra offense with 14 points, shooting 4-for-7 from beyond the arc while grabbing a team-high seven rebounds. For the River Lions, Khalil Ahmad was their best player, helping his team win in multiple facets by logging 24 points, six rebounds and eight assists. Nathan Cayo was key on offense and defense, scoring 14 points, grabbing five rebounds and recording three steals. Off the bench, Elijah Lufile was an impact player scoring 12 points and grabbing 13 rebounds; eight of which were offensive rebounds, making it a game-high. As a team, the Honey Badgers struggled to defend the paint, giving up their highest total at 44 for the third time this season. Niagara’s aggressiveness on the glass was a large part of how they were able to pick apart Brampton’s interior defense, grabbing 15 offensive rebounds which also led to 15 second-chance points to Brampton’s eight. Niagara also had much better bench production, outscoring the Honey Badgers 32-10; in large part due to contributions from Guilliame Boucard who recorded 15 points on 5-for-6 from the field, and Elijah Lufile. After the game, Head Coach Sheldon Cassimy gave his thoughts on the match and how to recover from the loss in post game interviews. “I think it’s just by focusing on each day. We focus on each day and getting better each day as a team and individual,” said Cassimy. Marcus Carr also added to the post-game discussion, saying “Although obviously we didn’t get the result we wanted, we did do some good things out there so we have to try and build on that for the next game and then try to put it into ending the drought.” Ottawa is coming off a tough 87-85 loss to the Edmonton Stingers. Keon Ambrose Hylton had himself a stellar game, scoring 23 points on 11-for-15 from the field and grabbing 10 rebounds. Sean East II added energy on offense and on perimeter defense, logging 23 points, four rebounds and three steals. Ottawa’s Isaih Moore led the way for Ottawa, recording 28 points and 15 rebounds, two steals and one block. As a team, despite the loss, Ottawa scored 52 points in the paint, and 14 points off of 15 turnovers from Edmonton. However, Edmonton scored 22 bench points to Ottawa’s 13. Another key for Edmonton’s success was their free throw shooting volume, shooting 31 free throws and making 20 of them, while Ottawa only shot 5-for-6. Perimeter defense will be key for the Honey Badgers to get a win against Ottawa. In their previous matchup on July 9, Ottawa recorded a season-high 17 made three-pointers and shot 0.540 from beyond the arc. It was a large part of how the BlackJacks were able to erase Brampton’s three-point lead at halftime. Looking back at Brampton’s game against Vancouver July 11, they were able to record a season-high 12 steals by disrupting passing lanes, and staying aggressive without biting too early. It allowed for Brampton to maintain a lead until target-time when Vancouver finally pulled ahead. If they can apply that defensive energy and slow the game down, they can avoid being swept in the series and begin their climb for the last playoff spot. Overall, it is going to be an exciting game as a win for both teams can have playoff implications as the season winds down. For Brampton, a one game at a time mentality has them focused on the game ahead as they look to stay in the playoff hunt. For Ottawa, a loss to another playoff team put them under .500. They will need a win to recover quickly and stay ahead of Montreal, who are a game behind them for the third seed in the east. There’s only one way to find out if the cards favor the Honey Badgers so don’t miss the game. You can watch it on CEBL+ and TSN+. ### 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) A league created by Canadians for Canadians with a mission to develop Canadian players, coaches, sports executives, and referees, the CEBL boasts the highest percentage of Canadian players of any pro league in the country with 73% of its rosters being Canadian and more than 10 players with NBA game experience in 2025. Players also bring experience from the NBA G League, top international pro leagues, the Canadian National team program, NCAA programs, as well as U SPORTS and CCAA. More than 20 players have signed NBA contracts following a CEBL season, and numerous CEBL players attend NBA G League training camps every year. The CEBL season runs from May through August with games broadcast live on CEBL+ powered by Tonybet, TSN, TSN+, RDS , Game+ and Next Level Sports & Entertainment . More information about the CEBL is available at CEBL.ca and @cebleague on Instagram , Twitter , TikTok , LinkedIn , Facebook & YouTube . Media Contact: Elias Eldridge - Account Executive & Communications Specialist Brampton Honey Badgers eeldridge@honeybadgers.ca



PROFESSIONAL STATISTICS **BEFORE 2025 CEBL SEASON

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