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Armando Bacot Parents Always Believed In His Passion For Basketball

By / 30 January 2023 04:32 AM

Armando Bacot has now passed Hubert Davis for 26th all-time in points at UNC
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Armando Bacot parents are Christie Lomax Bacot and Armando Bacot Sr. Bacot was born and raised as a native of Richmond, Virginia.

The 6 feet 9 inches tall college champ has the second-highest rebounds in NCU history. Starting his senior season at North Carolina University, he received his First Team All-ACC in 2022.

Armando attended Trinity Episcopal School for three years in his early years before moving to IMG Academy for his senior year. His excellent stats helped him to be considered a four stater recruit by 247 sports.

Following his high school performance, various universities, including Duke and Oklahoma State, offered sports scholarships to him. Meanwhile, Armando committed to North Carolina on 6th August 2018.

Team United States won the gold in the FIBA Americas Under 18 Championship because of Bacot's excellent stats. The same year, he was awarded McDonald's All-American.

The student-athlete decided to go for the 2021 NBA entry draft but later removed his name on April 6, 2021, to play the junior season at college and even won the Third Team All-ACC Award.

Josh Pate and a UNC alum were impressed with the athlete's gameplay and decided to cast him in the Netflix series Outer Banks. 

Armando Bacot Was Raised As An Athlete

Armando Bacot parents Armando senior and Christie Bacot are graduates from Virginia. Armando Senior and Christie wanted their kids to become athletes.

Armando is the oldest and a role model for his younger siblings. They are following in the footsteps of their brother to pursue basketball.

Bacot Senior dreams of coming to a game at the Dean Dome changed into reality
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Bacot senior and his wife have always believed their young ones should get all the opportunities they need to become the athlete they desire.

In an interview with the representative of North Carolina Rivals, they mentioned how they always provided the best environment for the growth of their kids. 

They motivate their children to pursue a sports career, and they attend the games to cheer up the young ones even with their busy schedules. Mr and Mrs Bacot went to watch their son's performances against St Peter's in the Elite Eight round to boost Armando's mentality.

Senior Armando regularly tweets on his account during the NCAA tournament. This proves that he is the biggest fan of his son's gameplay.

Mother Christie Lomax Is A Real Estate Agent

Christie Lomax is an experienced real estate agent of Virginia Capital Realty of Richmond. Lomax has experience of over 18 years in the field of property.

Christie going to the work and wishing good monday to her co workers of Movers and Shakers company
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She is an independent woman who attended Virginia State University in 1996 and completed her degree in 1998. After completing her education, Lomax worked as Realtor in the Realty Group till 2014.

The same year she joined Virginia Capital Realty as an agent and is working for the company to this day. Christie's motto is "Everyone Deserves a Home, Use a Realtor who Cares" and loves handling the client's house keys.

Christie is also the founder and Chairman of Females at Best, founded in April 2008. With sharp negotiation skills and market knowledge, Christie is an award-winning realtor.

Lomax has a website where she deals with buyers and sellers. She provides excellent customer service and has experience in luxury homes, second homes, and investment properties.

Sister Azhane Plays for Virginia State University

NBA star Armando younger sister Azhane Bacot plays for Virginia State University. Azhane is known for her accuracy with excellent field vision.

Azhane is fond of tattoos and the left arms is filled with the inked memories
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The college student performed relatively well during the season 2021-2022 for Virginia State University, averaging 10.2 minutes per game and having 11 rebounds against fierce Washington.

In recent years, She is taking a break from the game and focusing on pursuing a career as a basketball analyst. Mr. Jay a reputed game analyzer selected Azhane as the intern for the 2022-2023 season of the NCAA Division I.

Despite her internship, she hosts the Bacots's Corner podcast where she discusses the ins and outs of being an athlete.

The intern posted the first episodes on her social media account featuring the famous Student athlete Armando.

Youngest Sibling King Bacot Is A Rising Star In Basketball

Armando Bacot brother King Bacot is a top basketball player in grade school. King is a national level champion on the AUU circuit at just eleven years. 

King has already established and earned his athlete reputation with his sheer will and winner mentality.

King dribbling the ball on court to score the points for team
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The young prodigy is a sixth-grade student who is exceptionally talented in basketball sports. The practice he gained from his youngest siblings' training camp aided him to be rated as the top overall player in the class of 2029 by the Top 25 Scouts.

King is often seen together with his brother at the home court of Tar Heels which is going to be beneficial for him in near future. Both are seen practicing the ball during their leisure time.

The talented little boy is planning to attend Neo Youth Elite Camp of 2023 from 11th February to 12th February for grades 3rd to 8th. The elite camp training session will be held at Garfield Heights High School.

King Bacot the number 1 player of grade school ( Source : )

Bacot junior owns his Kings Court Collection, where he sells designer clothes and crafts the latest fashionable shoes. He is an influential person and owns a youtube channel named Kingbacot2029 for uploading footage of extraordinary talents and skills.

Armando Bacot Tattoos

Armando Bacot has numerous tattoos on his body that is connected with his belief. The words "LOSER" on his left hand represent his first loss. 

The NCAA Division player showing his religious tattoo of his right shoulder.
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He loves imprinting the special occasion, religious beliefs, and unforgettable words on parts of his athletic body. The most visible and noticeable markings are on the right shoulder, neck, and right leg. Moreover, he has two Chinese letter prints below his ear. 

The Tar Heel logo inked on his inner left wrist shows his deep connection to North Carolina University for providing him with the platform to uplift into bigger stages. 

North Carolina Vs Duke men's basketball games in 2022 ( Source : )

Armando Bacot's Tattoo shows his belief in Jesus Christ. The print of Philippians 4:13 on the right shoulder is the bible verse. The holy verse states that he can do what he can with the strength he gets from the almighty.

Bacot is a religious person who believes that god is a supreme deity who looks and guides us through this world. The student-athlete believes that Fame and success are the gifts of the Almighty.