Olivier Rioux
Olivier Rioux is a Canadian college basketball player from Terrebonne, Quebec.
Olivier Rioux is a Canadian college basketball player from Terrebonne, Quebec. He is widely noted for his height, listed at 7 ft 9 in (2.36 m), and was recognized by Guinness World Records as the tallest teenager in the world. Rioux plays center for the Florida Gators and is described as the tallest player in college basketball history.
Early life
Olivier Rioux was born on February 2, 2006, in Terrebonne, Quebec, Canada. He grew up in Canada and his exceptional height was noted from a young age.
Basketball career
Rioux developed as a basketball center, playing in high school and development programs before joining college basketball. He later appeared for the Florida Gators in NCAA competition.
Height and records
Rioux is most widely known for his height, which is listed at 7 ft 9 in (2.36 m). In 2021, when he measured 7 ft 5 in (2.26 m) at age 15, Guinness World Records recognized him as the tallest teenager in the world.
College career
Rioux played for the Florida Gators in NCAA basketball. Media and team sources describe him as the tallest player in college basketball history.
Key facts
- Born February 2, 2006, in Terrebonne, Quebec, Canada.
- Plays center in basketball.
- Listed at 7 ft 9 in (2.36 m) and 305 lb (138 kg).
- Recognized by Guinness World Records as the tallest teenager in the world in 2021.
- Described as the tallest player in college basketball history.
Rioux is Canadian, from Terrebonne, Quebec, and is one of the most widely recognized Canadian basketball prospects because of his record-setting height.
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References
- Wikipedia — https://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Olivier_RiouxSupports: Birth date, birthplace, Canadian nationality, listed height and weight, and college basketball team history.
- Olympics.com — https://www.olympics.com/en/news/basketball-top-facts-canadian-nba-prospect-olivier-riouxSupports: Birth date, Canadian background, early growth, and Guinness World Records recognition as tallest teenager.
- Guinness World Records — https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/Supports: Tallest teenager in the world record and 2021 measurement at age 15.
- Florida Gators — https://floridagators.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/olivier-rioux/17749Supports: College team affiliation, position, height, weight, hometown, and collegiate participation.
- ESPN — https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/5184753/olivier-riouxSupports: College basketball profile, position, height, weight, and team affiliation.
- Yahoo Sports — https://sports.yahoo.com/mens-college-basketball/article/who-is-floridas-olivier-rioux-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-7-foot-9-redshirt-freshman-center-021219666.htmlSupports: Current height reporting and descriptions of Rioux as the tallest recorded college basketball player.