World's tallest college basketball player to be seen in Florida Gators squad, all you need to know
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The battle of height, the ultimate parameter of godliness in basketball, has finally begun as one of the tallest college basketball players, Olivier Rioux, is now being circled upon by a top Florida team as part of their preparations this year. Whether the new player will give them an edge over their formidable opponents, is yet to be seen.
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The intensity of competition in the University-level basketball championships is increasing by the day. Nowadays, team managers and the players are trying to leave no stones unturned to give their teams an edge, be it however they can. Now, Florida Gators, a team that represents University of Florida at NCAA, has roped in the tallest teenage basketball player ever, breaking all records.
The 7'9 basketball recruit, Olivier Rioux has now become an overnight sensation after setting the world record for being the tallest basketball player ever, according to Fox News. Although the record has not been etched yet as he is still to appear for a match representing the Florida Gators, after which the title will be rightfully his.
Aged just 15 years old, Rioux already holds the Guinness World Record for being the tallest teenager, and has been through a rather growth spurt in the past years within which he has grown almost 4 inches taller. Now, coupling it with his agile sporting skills and techniques, things get much more interesting as Rioux is a good player when it comes to basic skills, endurance, perseverance and merit. The guy possesses all these skills and a little more.
All celebrations at Florida camp after striking gold
For Florida Gators, its all good news at the camp as they are getting a dominant and gritty player after a significant while now and are hoping to fare even better with this new young gun in the lineup. It is to to be seen when Rioux appears for his first match donning Gators colors.
Olivier Rioux will be seen playing for Florida Gators, an NCAA division college basketball team, that represents the University of Florida.
Who is the tallest basketball playing teen in the US?
According to reports, Olivier Rioux will be officially holding the record of being the tallest teenage basketball player in the world in college basketball, once he begins playing for Florida Gators soon.
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Olivier Rioux shatters all teenage basketball recordsThe 7'9 basketball recruit, Olivier Rioux has now become an overnight sensation after setting the world record for being the tallest basketball player ever, according to Fox News. Although the record has not been etched yet as he is still to appear for a match representing the Florida Gators, after which the title will be rightfully his.
Aged just 15 years old, Rioux already holds the Guinness World Record for being the tallest teenager, and has been through a rather growth spurt in the past years within which he has grown almost 4 inches taller. Now, coupling it with his agile sporting skills and techniques, things get much more interesting as Rioux is a good player when it comes to basic skills, endurance, perseverance and merit. The guy possesses all these skills and a little more.
All celebrations at Florida camp after striking gold
For Florida Gators, its all good news at the camp as they are getting a dominant and gritty player after a significant while now and are hoping to fare even better with this new young gun in the lineup. It is to to be seen when Rioux appears for his first match donning Gators colors.
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According to Rioux' Instagram bio, he has all the tall-boy genes, with his dad, a whopping 6'8 and his mom at 6'1. Meanwhile, his older brother is also a feet shorter than him, at 6'9. FAQs:
Which team will Olivier Rioux be seen playing for next?Olivier Rioux will be seen playing for Florida Gators, an NCAA division college basketball team, that represents the University of Florida.
Who is the tallest basketball playing teen in the US?
According to reports, Olivier Rioux will be officially holding the record of being the tallest teenage basketball player in the world in college basketball, once he begins playing for Florida Gators soon.
(You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel)
( Originally published on Jun 22, 2024 )
