"Rioux became the tallest person to ever play college basketball when he made his debut in a 104-64 victory over North Florida. Rioux, a 19-year-old redshirt freshman from Canada and the world's tallest teenager, drew so much attention from the Ospreys that he didn't even touch the ball. "It felt great," Rioux said. "The support from everybody was amazing, even on the bench and even the fans. I think everybody supported me. I'm very grateful.""
"He already owned a spot in the Guinness record book when he signed with Florida in 2024. Golden gave Rioux the option of playing sparingly last season or taking a redshirt season and working on his game. Rioux chose the latter. Nonetheless, he was a walking viral video, from riding his bike on campus, to ducking under every doorway, to cutting down nets while standing flat-footed during Florida's NCAA Tournament run."
Olivier Rioux, a 7-foot-9, 19-year-old redshirt freshman from Canada and the world's tallest teenager, debuted for Florida in a 104-64 victory over North Florida, becoming the tallest person to ever play college basketball. Fans chanted for Rioux at halftime and coach Todd Golden inserted him with 2:09 remaining. Rioux did not touch the ball but received enthusiastic support and expressed gratitude. Rioux is taller than several former NBA giants and already held a Guinness World Record when he signed in 2024. He chose a redshirt season previously to develop his game and drew viral attention on campus.
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