Growth Spurts and Family Legacy: 7-Foot-9 Basketball Player, Olivier Rioux, Makes History in Florida

At 7-foot-9, Olivier Rioux is the tallest college basketball player in Florida’s history. The young basketball player from Montreal is making headlines for his extraordinary height, which has been a part of his family legacy for generations.

Rioux’s recent growth spurt has been significant, with him growing from 7-foot-6 just seven months prior. His parents and older brother are also very tall, standing at 6’8, 6’2, and 6’9 respectively. This family lineage of height has contributed to Rioux’s impressive stature.

From a young age, Rioux has always stood out among his peers due to his height. He was already over seven feet tall by the start of seventh grade and reached 6-foot-11 by sixth grade. Despite being a developmental project for Florida, Rioux’s unexpected growth over the years shows that anything is possible for this talented player.

As we see from photos taken with individuals of average height, Rioux’s towering presence is truly impressive. His journey from a 6-11 12-year-old to a 7-9 college basketball recruit showcases the remarkable growth spurt he has experienced. With his unique talent and extraordinary height, Rioux is set to make history as the tallest player in college basketball.