Travis Williams (basketball) facts for kids
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| Small forward | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| Born | May 27, 1969 Columbia, South Carolina, U.S. |
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| High school | Richland Northeast (Columbia, South Carolina) |
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| Listed height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) | |||||||||||||||||||
| Listed weight | 215 lb (98 kg) | |||||||||||||||||||
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| College | South Carolina State (1988–1991) | |||||||||||||||||||
| NBA Draft | 1991 / Undrafted | |||||||||||||||||||
| Pro career | 1991–2001 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| 1991–1994 | Fort Wayne Fury | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1994–1995 | Oklahoma City Cavalry | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1995 | Florida Sharks | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1995–1996 | Oklahoma City Cavalry | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1996 | Deportivo Roca | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1996–1997 | Rockford Lightning | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1997 | Florida Beach Dogs | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1997 | Tiburones de Aguadilla | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1997–1998 | Charlotte Hornets | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1998–1999 | Quad City Thunder | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1999 | Charlotte Hornets | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1999 | Maratonistas de Coamo | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1999–2000 | Kombassan Konya | |||||||||||||||||||
| 2000–2001 | Poliform Cantù | |||||||||||||||||||
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Travis Williams (born May 27, 1969) is an American former professional basketball player. He was known for playing as a Small forward, a position that often involves scoring points and helping with defense.
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Early Life and College
Travis Williams was born in Columbia, South Carolina, on May 27, 1969. He grew up loving basketball and played for Richland Northeast High School in his hometown. After high school, he continued his basketball journey at South Carolina State University. He played for the South Carolina State Bulldogs from 1988 to 1991, where he developed his skills as a strong player.
Professional Basketball Career
After college, Travis Williams became a professional basketball player. His career spanned from 1991 to 2001, playing for many teams both in the United States and internationally.
Playing in the NBA
Travis Williams got the chance to play in the NBA, which is the top basketball league in North America. He signed with the Charlotte Hornets in 1997. He played for the Hornets during the 1997-98 and 1998-99 NBA seasons. Playing in the NBA is a big achievement for any basketball player.
Other Teams in the United States
Before and after his time with the Hornets, Travis played for several teams in other professional leagues in the U.S. These teams included:
- Fort Wayne Fury (1991–1994)
- Oklahoma City Cavalry (1994–1995, 1995–1996)
- Florida Sharks (1995)
- Rockford Lightning (1996–1997)
- Florida Beach Dogs (1997)
- Quad City Thunder (1998–1999)
International Play
Travis Williams also played basketball in other countries, showing his talent on a global stage. He played for:
- Deportivo Roca in Argentina (1996)
- Tiburones de Aguadilla in Puerto Rico (1997)
- Maratonistas de Coamo in Puerto Rico (1999)
- Kombassan Konya in Turkey (1999–2000)
- Poliform Cantù (also known as Vertical Vision Cantu) in Italy (2000–2001)
International Achievements
Travis Williams also represented the United States in international competitions, bringing home medals for his country.
FIBA Americas Championship
In 1997, he was part of the U.S. team that won a gold medal at the FIBA Americas Championship in Montevideo. This is a major tournament for national basketball teams in the Americas.
Pan American Games
He also earned a silver medal at the 1999 Pan American Games in Winnipeg. The Pan American Games are a big sports event held every four years for athletes from North, South, and Central America.
See also
- In Spanish: Travis Williams para niños
