Position: PG
Height: 6' 3" Weight: 210 lbs
College Experience: Philadelphia University
Shoots: R
Biography:
Tayron Thomas
Where were you born and raised? Bristol, PA
Where did you attend elementary school? Lafayette Elementary School
Where did you attend middle school? FDR Middle School; Coach Richard Noe
Where did you attend high school? Harry S. Truman High School (graduated in 2002) Coach Mike Stock
Where did you attend college? Philadelphia University (graduated in 2006) Coach Herb Magee
Have you received any awards or honors? “I was Player of the Year twice in high school. I’m the all-time leading scorer at Philadelphia University, in 2006 I was Co-National Player of the Year and I lead the nation in scoring.”
Did you play any basketball after college? “I played at the Sixers’ mini-camp, I played for Colorado in the NBDL, I played in Portugal from January to July of 2007 and Poland from August to November.”
Best advice ever received? “Keep working hard.”
What is your most memorable basketball highlight? “Playing in Coach’s (Herb Magee) 800th win.”
Did you look up to any basketball players growing up? “Penny Hardaway.”
Who do you most admire? “My mom, grandmother, and aunt.”
What are some of your hobbies? “Playing chess and shopping.”
Favorite movie? “American Gangster.”
Favorite TV show? “The Boondocks.” |
