Trevion Williams

[Boilerkid18]

As most of you have probably seen, we got our first commit from #95 (247 ranking) Trevion Williams. I've seen he's listed around 6'9 250 (6'8 depending on the site).
The similarities between him and CS are noteworthy. ( Most think that's why he chose Purdue.)
He is definitely a around the rim type of player.
He has some decent handles in the open court. ( I would say better than Swanigan.)
He has a pretty impressive wingspan (as did Biggie.
His vertical is very average, but when he gets world class training by Josh Bonotal, I could see him getting his vertical into the 30's. (his athletic upside is underrated)
Him and Biggie both are rebounding machines, and Williams definitely uses his body to gain position on rebounds.
What I saw Williams do a bit differently around the basket at this point in his development is he has better post moves than CS did, while Swanigan used brute strength to gain position and get a basket.
I also believe TW is more athletic and has a higher ceiling athletically than Biggie, but only time will tell.
TW is definitely a great passer, some of those passes reminded me of a PG!
And by no means am I saying Trevion Williams will be an All-American player and a better player, however with the right work ethic, he could be an All-B1G type of player.
Welcome to the family Trevion, the sky is the limit for you!

 

[*4purdue*]

As most of you have probably seen, we got our first commit from #95 (247 ranking) Trevion Williams. I've seen he's listed around 6'9 250 (6'8 depending on the site).
The similarities between him and CS are noteworthy. ( Most think that's why he chose Purdue.)
He is definitely a around the rim type of player.
He has some decent handles in the open court. ( I would say better than Swanigan.)
He has a pretty impressive wingspan (as did Biggie.
His vertical is very average, but when he gets world class training by Josh Bonotal, I could see him getting his vertical into the 30's. (his athletic upside is underrated)
Him and Biggie both are rebounding machines, and Williams definitely uses his body to gain position on rebounds.
What I saw Williams do a bit differently around the basket at this point in his development is he has better post moves than CS did, while Swanigan used brute strength to gain position and get a basket.
I also believe TW is more athletic and has a higher ceiling athletically than Biggie, but only time will tell.
TW is definitely a great passer, some of those passes reminded me of a PG!
And by no means am I saying Trevion Williams will be an All-American player and a better player, however with the right work ethic, he could be an All-B1G type of player.
Welcome to the family Trevion, the sky is the limit for you!

If he works as hard as CS (which won't be easy)... the sky is the limit.

 

[PU52Chevy]

Great young man and chose wisely....

Great passer and rebounder and teammate....

Needs to work on explosiveness around rim and jump shot development.

Will be a great 4 year player at Purdue for sure!

 

[Fansince72]

Reminds me a lot of Ian Stanback but better passer.

 

[Boiler Buck]

Reminds me a lot of Ian Stanback but better passer.

Ian a high effort 6-5" guy..... Purdue called 6-7" Fun guy to watch and great teammate.

 

[mathboy]

So we beat out MSU, Xavier, Depaul (who took Tyger Campbell #86 - we had offered), and Illinios. Nice! Good to know that we are able to parlay Biggie's excellent development as a Boilermaker into this recruiting win. Let us not rest on our laurels yet. I really want Langford too, although unlikely.

 

[ChoiceBeef]

I really want Langford too, although unlikely.

Well did you see the alleyoop from Carsen to him yesterday?

Maybe he is putting the bug in his ear....

 

[Do Dah Day]

Well did you see the alleyoop from Carsen to him yesterday?

Maybe he is putting the bug in his ear....

This summer we are getting to see some of the extended benefits of having good players. Biggie's influence on Trevion and CE's at least somewhat influence on Langford. These are subtle aspects of recruiting that are often missed ... and that we have not had for a while. It takes many of these subtleties to grow a program from damn good to great. We will see how the next two years play out.

 

[Summy1]

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This summer we are getting to see some of the extended benefits of having good players. Biggie's influence on Trevion and CE's at least somewhat influence on Langford. These are subtle aspects of recruiting that are often missed ... and that we have not had for a while. It takes many of these subtleties to grow a program from damn good to great. We will see how the next two years play out.

yes, biggie and CE can help recruit players for Purdue. They see what biggie did and want to follow in his steps. Coach painter needs to take advantage of this.

 

[daisyrail1619]

He's only 16 and turning 17 this fall. Still has time to lose weight and add inches. Our dietitians can jump in and give him advices. Haarms is still growing at age 20 let alone Trevion. If he can grow to legit 6'9 and lose 30 pounds he will be more athletic than Biggie with the same figure. His passing is just beautiful and reminded me of some of the top PGs.

 

[ChoiceBeef]

He's only 16 and turning 17 this fall. Still has time to lose weight and add inches. Our dietitians can jump in and give him advices. Haarms is still growing at age 20 let alone Trevion. If he can grow to legit 6'9 and lose 30 pounds he will be more athletic than Biggie with the same figure. His passing is just beautiful and reminded me of some of the top PGs.

Pretty sure one of the interviews with him he said his doctors thought he would grow another 2-3 inches.

 

[boilerbusdriver]

He's only 16 and turning 17 this fall. Still has time to lose weight and add inches. Our dietitians can jump in and give him advices. Haarms is still growing at age 20 let alone Trevion. If he can grow to legit 6'9 and lose 30 pounds he will be more athletic than Biggie with the same figure. His passing is just beautiful and reminded me of some of the top PGs.

He is still carrying around baby fat, I'm sure being as large as his frame is, has never got healthy nutrition advice. All that will change in a short time once he inks his offer, I guessing in 2 years we COULD see a vast change in his body structure and physique. Every athlete playing D1 sports, works to get their body in great shape to maximize their potential in their sport, I'm sure Mr. Williams will also.
Glad to have TW as a Boiler, he will have a Great career and be really happy he chose PU!!