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Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC Sports
Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest teenager and a 7-foot-9 college basketball player for Florida, made his debut in a game against North Florida, becoming the tallest player in college basketball history and drawing significant attention and support from fans and teammates.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by abcnews.go.com
Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest teenager at 7-foot-9, made his college basketball debut for Florida, becoming the tallest player in college history and drawing significant attention and cheers from fans and teammates alike.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest teenager at 7-foot-9, made his college basketball debut for Florida, becoming the tallest player in college history and drawing significant attention and support from fans and teammates.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ESPN
Olivier Rioux, standing at 7-9, became the tallest player in college basketball history during his debut for the Florida Gators, drawing significant attention and support from fans and teammates, and making a memorable impact despite limited playtime.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Athlon Sports
Olivier Rioux, the 7-foot-9 Canadian center and Florida Gators recruit, showcased his talent in the FIBA Under-19 World Cup, helping Canada reach the quarterfinals before losing to the USA. He will now focus on contributing to Florida's quest for a second consecutive national championship in the 2025-26 season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Olivier Rioux, an 18-year-old from Montreal, is set to become the tallest college basketball player ever at 7'9" as he joins the University of Florida's men's basketball team. Rioux, who was previously the tallest teenager in the world, may still be growing and could potentially become the tallest NBA player if he makes it to the league. Despite some challenges due to his height, Rioux embraces his stature and sees it as an advantage in basketball.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
The Florida Gators are set to recruit Olivier Rioux, an 18-year-old Canadian who stands at 7 feet, 9 inches, making him the tallest college basketball player ever. Rioux, who previously held the Guinness World Record for tallest teenager, played high school basketball at IMG Academy and helped Canada win a bronze medal at the 2023 U18 FIBA AmeriCup.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Sports
Olivier Rioux, an 18-year-old from Montreal, has committed to Florida and is set to become the tallest college basketball player ever at 7-foot-9. Rioux, who was already in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's tallest teenager, experienced a significant growth spurt, adding three inches in seven months. Despite his height, he is considered a "developmental project" for the Florida Gators.