Born weighing 7.5 pounds, Oliviergrew to 16 pounds in his first month and did not stop there. CBC Sports' Rob Pizzo explains the history of the Canada Games ahead of Niagara 2022. How tall do you think the other guys are? IMG Academy basketball player Olivier Rioux always seems to be the center of attention. GET IN TOUCH WITH A RECORD SPECIALIST (Opens in a new window), On This Day in 1918: The tallest man ever is born, Prizes dont come any bigger: World's tallest man Sultan Kosen visits British school after competition win, The tragic death of Robert Wadlow, the tallest man ever, "Thank god for drag queens": Finding heels with size 16 feet, Why Robert Wadlow will be the tallest person ever, forever, World's tallest man, Sultan Ksen, celebrates 40th birthday, How to set or break a Guinness World Records title. "But seeing him move, learning how old his was, it was like woah, this young man has a lot of potential.". Olivier was 52 in kindergarten. The sky is the limit ultimately, Schiller said. At 15 years old, Olivier Rioux stands at 7 feet, 5 inches tall. With the timing of Riouxs breakout, the first name people think of is former Bradenton (FL) IMG Academy graduate Zach Edey, also a Canadian who stands 7-foot-4. Select the third team from the drop down menu. Thats because 15-year-old Rioux stands at a little over seven-feet-five-inches tall and wears size 20 shoes, which are about 14 inches long. PTS Points RBDS Rebounds AS Assists; In this Event: 8.3 N*32: 10.3 N*2: 0.7 N*68: Avg. He was dancing with his teacher eye to eye., Read more: Of course, Olivier Rioux draws the comparisons to Edey, and rightfully so. The second he walks into a room, eyes naturally drift toward the 16-year old freshman at IMG Academy. And despite Olivier growing so fast, his coaches have been stunned by how well he's coped with the challenges this throws up. In hockey-loving Canada, basketball comes second. Select the fourth team from the drop down menu. Hello, I'm Olivier Rioux from Quebec, Canada, and I hold the record for the tallest teenager (male). And on a family trip to Cuba, stunned tourists queued up in the Rioux's holiday resort just to get a photo with him.

Representing team Quebec and coming in at 7'6". In fifth grade, the Canadian stood at 5-feet, two-inches tall. It is no surprise that hegravitated towards basketball early on. , I also hope that I'll have the opportunity to impact my community, through actions related to the environment, Registered Office: Ground Floor, The Rookery, 2 Dyott Street, London, WC1A 1DE, United Kingdom. When I was 10, 11, 12, I started growing and it was getting fast, Rioux said. Among other NBA giants, Gheorghe Muresan is listed as the tallest ever at seven foot seven. Looking to the next generation, Olivier Rioux could be the big, dominating NBA centre that Canada has never really had. Picture: Instagram. Find your copy in shops and online, and get involved with #GWR2022. Who Is 76 Olivier Rioux? 6 months ago. His height is a whopping 226.9 cm which is 7 feet and 5.33 inches. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. I watched them play in the United States game, and he was so effective, finished with something around 12 points, 12 rebounds, and four blocks. The Rioux clan boast some serious height: his father and brother are both over 6-foot, eight-inches tall and his mother stands at 6-foot, one-inch tall. BRADENTON, Fla. IMG Academy basketball player Olivier Rioux always seems to be the center of attention. Meeks, who's at the Games to keep an eye on Canada's young players, said he's seen improvement in Rioux even over the past few weeks, but cautions that like any super tall player, he's a long-term work in progress. From what they say around campus is that, at the same stage, Zach was a little more athletic, but Olivier has a better feel.. So it wasn't that big of a shock. So you shouldnt be surprised that he is a basketball player. Those are the things youre concerned about when you meet a 75 kid and start to work with him, Schiller said. *Odds are current as of 1st March 2023, 9:47pm AEST, Rioux is not someone you'd want to face if you're on the opposing team. I would hate to put a cap on where he can go with it. Could Canada stop the USA winning a rare three-peat? Here is another fun fact. 12-year-old Montrealer, 610, catches the eyes of NBA players. "When I met with our players at the end of the year. He is from Canada after all, home of NBA team Toronto Raptors, and just across the border from the USA's countless talent incubators. Yao Ming and Shawn Bradley were 7-6. Rioux was 5-2 in kindergarten. Hes a very good basketball player, said Terry Annilus. You may have seen this 15-year-old Canadian in Rioux was just 12 and towering over the other kids his age when Steph Curry and Joel Embiid saw him play. Although this can make any simple outing into an ordeal, as long as people approach with respect and kindness, Olivier and his family are patient and understanding. Rioux is a native of Montreal, Canada. Then aged just twelve, he stood at a whopping 6ft10 as he played with French team Frenchy Phenoms against a bunch of Spanish pre-teens in an U12 tournament. 74 Zach Edey? The tallest ever players in the NBA were Manute Bol and Ghoerghe Muresan at 2.32m (7'7"). Please read our Commenting Policy first. "The schools that are really focusing in on him are ones that value the size and want to use it. Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. WebFrench prospect Olivier Rioux is way bigger than his peers. Now everyone is seeing how well he is doing at Purdue. "I was immediately on the phones, finding out who he was and what was going on and what we can do to help.". He is so far from finalizing his potential, and I dont want to box him in. Montreal hosts major 33 basketball tournament with a twist. Born weighing 7.5 pounds, Olivier grew to 16 pounds Please confirm by clicking the link in the email to be added to our mailing list. Offensively he plays big in the middle of the floor to provide an outlet. After failing to find someone taller than him in the 2015 and 2016 editions of the books, Olivierwas inspired to achieve the title himself and recalls being "emotionally shocked and relieved that [he] finally got it!". Rioux, who likes to study the games of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokic, who are both 6-11, is well-proportioned for his size and hasn't had any major physical issues such as sore knees that can come with fast growth. The reality is there are only four real contenders. u/choirboy514. Canadian Olivier Rioux is 7-6, 16 years young and is headed to IMG Academy in Florida. Tools and Resources Used by Real General Managers. Want to discuss? As you saw tonight, he finished strong at the rim, even with his arms getting pulled on. Breaking news. He has seen a lot of coaches in the gym watching, and he even picked up his first offer. Rioux recalls turning up for basketball games at the age of five and opponents questioning his real age due to his already impressive height. At 7-foot-5, Guinness World Records Its cool. Comments on this story are moderated according to our Submission Guidelines. WebIn the years since, Rioux has sprouted to a full 7-foot-6. per Event-- Select the players you wish to trade from the rosters below. They were a massive disappointment, yes, but also so transcendent for brief moments. Also, since coming to IMG, Riouxs recruitment has picked up. 15-year-old Olivier Rioux stands at a staggering 7-foot, five-inches tall (228 centimetres) and holds the Guinness World Record for the tallest teenager in the world. Rioux is playing regularly now with the IMG National Spotlight team. But there was no real indication from an early age that he would smash the 7ft barrier by the time he was just thirteen, with doctors originally believing he would top out around 6ft5. The question is, what do you feed a 13-year-old skyscraper? "I was calling my parents almost every day, and the school year was good, my grades were up. We've received your submission. Size runs in the Rioux family, his father is 6-foot-8, and he has a background playing volleyball. Im 226.9 cm (7 ft and 5.33 in) tall and tower over my classmates and even the teachers! Measuring up at a staggering 7ft 5in (226cm), 16-year-old Olivier Rioux is the tallest teen in the world Credit: LSFL/Splash News for The US Sun. Type Oliver Rioux into Youtube, and you find pages of his highlight videos with hundreds of thousands of views. His conditioning has improved, his ability to play through contact at the basket is developing. Thanks for contacting us. Get a roundup of the most important and intriguing national stories delivered to your inbox every weekday. Olivier Rioux might be the next big thing in basketball. He plays behind 2023 big man Carson Cooper. The opposing team would often question my age, because even as a five-year-old I was much taller than the other kids! I read somewhere that at 76 hes not finished and could reach an astonishing towering 7 feet 10. When Rioux comes into the game, he knows where his strengths lie. Full profile. In fifth grade, the Canadian stood at 5-feet, two-inches tall. Find out about how we use your information. "Usually guys that stopped growing at about 6-3, 6-4, you could begin to see exactly what they're going to be by the time they're 16 years old. He's definitely falling in love with it," Mckitterick said. ago look those legs bro, he be running all day holy shit those muscles Rioux is making strides to get there as a student at IMG Academy, one of the worlds most prominent sports schools. Wishing him the best. Everyone who has come in to see our national team saw him too, Schiller said. Michael Meeks, a coach who works for Canada Basketball, spoke about Riouxs improvement on the court this past summer. In fifth grade, the 2023 On3 Media, Inc. All rights reserved. If he does make it all the way to the NBA, even at his current height Rioux would be joint-third tallest player of all time. Prior to making the life-changing move from Quebec to Florida, Rioux spent time training and playing with Real Madrid in Spain and College St-Jean-Vianney in Montreal. ago Doesn't even look stretched out and tall any more. At just 15, Olivier Rioux has accomplished more than many.

Meet the world's tallest teenager, incredible basketball player and teammate Olivier Rioux. "She attempted to break this record to inspire others to celebrate their talents. With the kind of international recruitment that brought in the likes of 2018/19 NBA rookie of the year favourite Luka Doncic and is currently courting fellow 2.18m Philippine sensation Kai Sotto, Real Madrid decided to give Rioux a trial. FacebookTwitterYouTubeInstagramLinkedInSnapchatPinterestTiktok, Registered Office: Ground Floor, The Rookery, 2 Dyott Street, London, WC1A 1DE, United Kingdom, Otto - Longest human tunnel travelled through by a skateboarding dog, Ashrita Furman - Most Guinness World Records titles held. To believe that any of 2023's neo-contenders can become bonafide champs over the next few months is to believe that a once-in-a-quarter-century occurrence is about to transpire. Lining up at center, he proved to be a hugely effective presence for his new team this season and will be hoping to catch the eye of D1 colleges. Hes 15, from Montreal and is 7-foot-5. "My mom is 6' 2" and my dad is 6' 8," said Rioux. Special Olympics swimmer Teagen Purvis getting familiar with podium at Canada Summer Games, Jaida Lee becomes 1st female to pitch in Canada Games men's competition, Nunavut's 1st beach volleyball team hits the sand at the Summer Games, CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. He was in kindergarten at five-feet-two-inches, says Riouxs mom Anne Gariepy. Last year he was invited to play with Real Madrid in a European tournament. To encourage thoughtful and respectful conversations, first and last names will appear with each submission to CBC/Radio-Canada's online communities (except in children and youth-oriented communities). Rioux is not just good at basketball because of his size. If he played in the NBA now, he'd be tied with Cleveland's Tacko Fall as the league's tallest player. You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time by visiting our unsubscribe page and providing your email address. baseball star Jaida Lee to throw 1st pitch at a Jays game. Fans on social media couldnt believe what they were seeing before their eyes, with a number of them noting how Rioux is all but destined for an NBA career while others pointed out how small the teenager made the ball look. According to the Guinness World Records, Rioux was born weighing 3.4kg before growing to 7.26kg in his first month. Its an advantage because I see higher - my angle of view is greater than most people. Comments are welcome while open. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. And he has lofty ambitions of making it into the professional game, hoping to follow in the NBA footsteps of IMG alumni Trevon Duval and Jonathan Isaac. No words. He was recognized as the worlds tallest teen by Guinness last year. Steffen continued: "[Olivier] grew really, really fast and part of that is you lose a lot of co-ordination. He's having fun at the Games, he said, and has taken in some of the boxing competition. But perhaps most important is that Rioux is enjoying the game, which is key since huge expectations come with being super tall. The biggest thing when you meet him, youre concerned: is he skilled, can he move, whats his motor like? I have to duck under door frames. When you have a kid his size, can move the way he does and loves basketball, Schiller added. "I think this year you could see that he enjoyed everything about it, the basketball, the travelling, everything like that. But Rioux is playing for Quebec at the Canada Summer Games this week in Ontario's Niagara Region with kids at least his own age, if nowhere near his size. Rioux is proof that embracing what makes you different can help you reach new heights. 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ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Rioux towers over his coaches at the IMG Academy in Florida, The Canadian went viral when he was 6ft10 in an under-12s tournament, The prodigy met soccer star Sergio Ramos during his time at Real Madrid basketball, Rioux made the move from his native Quebec to Florida in summer 2021, The Canadian enjoyed spells playing in Spain before finding his place in Florida, Rioux wants to emulate IMG alumni and reach the NBA, The huge teenager is officially the tallest in the world, Rioux's family are all over 6ft tall, with his dad 6ft8 and brother 6ft9. NBA player Jamal Murray was stunned too when he saw him in the flesh at the Jr. NBA World Championships in Ontario in June 2018 - this 12-year-old kid was taller than him, way taller than him. In addition to the court, Olivieralso attracts attention in other public settings. Tabletops, and ceilings are all higher than average. They've been drawn in a group with Lithuania, Australia, and Senegal so with the right players in the right mindset Canada may cause an upset at another tournament that they've never won. "For me, it's the little things like his mobility and agility, how he's moving, how he conceptualizes the game how much fun is he having competing and playing? The only thing that remains the same is the doorframes, which have seen their fair share of collisions with the top of Oliviers head. Scoring 20 points on his debut, Rioux helped his team ease past BBA Castelldefels by 121-49. A viral Instagram video of the Canadian shows the almost unfair advantages of being so tall at a young age has over his competitors. Basketball is widely considered a sport for the tall folks among us, and a Canadian teenager has only served to reinforce that notion. I believe the skys the limit., Bradenton basketball player Olivier Rioux is the tallest teenager in the world. From 1949 to 2011 only 19 Canadians had played in the NBA. His rapid growth led him to be 5 feet 2 inches tall in grade 5. I think him playing professionally is a no-brainer, but where he falls within that realm, again, the sky is the limit here.. Sometimes, Olivier Rioux fits perfectly into his environment like in a basketball court. 9. He finishes well around the basket, and they run multiple actions through him lined up at various spots in the half-court. Needless to say, they were wrong. At the start of the 18/19 season 13 Canadians were on NBA rosters including some big names like Khem Birch (26), Chris Boucher (25), Dillon Brooks (22), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (20) and Jamal Murray. Thats huge. Rioux wears size 20 Standing 226.9 cm (7 ft and 5.33 in.) High School IMG Academy; City Bradenton, FL; Class 2025; Player Rating i 247Sports. WebTallest is 6'0, if that. WebHeight 7-6; Weight 300; Prospect Info. You can find Olivier's record inGuinness World Records 2022. His mother is 6-foot-2; she did not play sports. In-depth analysis. Jamal Murray posed for a photo alongside him that summer. Rioux was born in Montreal, Canada in 2006 and both his parents are way over six-feet tall. It caught the eye of Golden State star Steph Curry, who tweeted: "So many questions.". His dad Jean-Francois is 6-8, his mom Anne is 6-2. Everywhere we go, you know, its not something he can hide from, IMG head coach Jeremy Schiller said. Aside from basketball, I like to create abstract drawings using my imagination. Olivier Rioux has matured his game since arriving on campus. ", Taking the game to new heights. This summer, he played with the U16 Canadian National team, Schiller said. Rioux made the move from his native Quebec to Florida in summer 2021 The 16-year-old stands at an incredible 7ft5 (227cm) and currently attends sports-focused He first became an unsuspecting internet star at age 12, while playing at a tournament in Spain. Because basketball has kind of gone in the direction of smaller [multi-position players], but there's still a lot of programs that still value that size. I'm noticed anywhere I go. Olivier Rioux can dunk on an NBA hoop while barely leaving his feet. There is no pressure on him to be anything more than a developing kid right now. With the whole Rioux family being tall, Oliviers childhood home was updated to accommodate everyones stature. A gentle giant but I mean, dont get it twisted, he knows how to play, he plays strong. Web02 Feb 2006 (age 17) Height: 228cm / 7'6". Read more: Keep an eye out for Olivier, there is no doubt this teenager is destined to continue reaching new heights! Gheorghe Muresan of Romania tops the charts of the tallest NBA players, with the former Bullet and Nets star a ginormous 7ft7. When you look at Spain and Real Madrid's recent record, maybe it isn't such a surprise. Crossposted by. Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, Karl-Anthony Towns, Kawhi Leonard, Anthony Davis and Brandon Ingram will play outsized roles in how their respective teams close the season. "People see his size and their expectations are pretty high," said Meeks. hockey players suicide, B.C. PTS Points RBDS Rebounds AS Assists; In this Event: 2.7 N*145: 4.7 N*42: 0.3 N*159: Avg. His parents had to modify their home to include higher tabletops and ceilings, while it's a struggle to find sneakers to fit Olivier's huge size-20 feet. The Guinness World Records recognized him as the world's tallest teenager when the Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, 81-year-old finds his way back to compete at Ironman World Championship. "It was nice," Rioux said of his first year away from home. Riouxs extraordinary height has caught the attention of the Guinness World Records, earning him a spot in the 2022 edition as tallest male teen in the world. Schiller said Rioux is a phenomenal passer, can shoot there and finish at the rim. We have seen the 75 Tacko Fall bounce around NBA benches the past few years but now he is playing abroad. Im very happy that he is able to achieve his dream, said Riouxs dad Jean-Franois Rioux. He currently suits up for College St-Jean-Vianney in Montreal. But these tall, tall players, it's 24, 25 before it all starts coming together.". Guinness World Records recognized him as the world's tallest teenager when he was 15 and seven foot five. My Favourite Full profile. NBA bound!, One user posted: He makes the ball look like a damn baseball., A punter said: Hes actually big too bro has a free pass to the NBA if he practices.. No matter where he is, people ask questions and often request photos next to him. Doctors believed Rioux would peak at 6-feet, five-inches tall No one else is above 6'0. "The title of tallest teenager living (male) went to Canadian Olivier Rioux, with a height of 226.9 cm (7 ft and 5. Rioux is proof that accepting what makes you unique can help you reach new heights. Start your free trial >. Then theres Olivier Rioux, a 75 teenager from the land of Montreal that basically does not even need to jump when accomplishing this tremendous feat. Olivier Rioux is used to people looking at him. The low-hanging fruit always is picked first. Little did they know, he would exceed their expectations by an entire foot! Canadian Sim Bhullar was 7-5, but his weight he was listed at 360 pounds was a limiting factor. WebOlivier rioux Is 76. Tabletops, and ceilings are all higher than average. Schiller agreed with Riouxs assessment, Since he has been here, his biggest area of growth has been his effort and intensity. He has become strong and more confident. However, there is no denying that Rioux is a talented basketball player. Most of the time you can find me on the basketball court, Were still not 100% sure why Im so tall - after investigation, doctors could only explain it with the genetics that my family has. Now I go to school for three hours and practice in the afternoon, It's different," he added with a deep-voiced laugh. At the same age Shaquille O'Neal was 180cm (5'10"). No doubt the sporting world will keep tabs on Rioux as he grows in age and worryingly for his future opponents height. We are not making it all up in our heads, thinking well of Kris Dunn because we want to: he has real talents to bring, and a body that for the time being will allow him to use them. Edey was just named second-team Big 10 after averaging 14.7 points and7.6 rebounds per game for Purdue this season. With the height has come a small bit of fame. There's no doubt that the kid is one for the future. High School IMG Academy; City Bradenton, FL; Class 2025; Player Rating i 247Sports. You cant put on a hat and not be 75 anymore.. "You also lose the ability to move quickly. WHAT MAKES A GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS TITLE? Joey Mckitterick, who's coached Rioux at Montreal's AAU program Brookwood Elite since he was 12, echoed Meeks in that he's seen huge improvement in Rioux this year, particularly as his growing has slowed and his co-ordination is catching up. Select the second team from the drop down menu. But the best I can do is just kind of guide you and help you and be here for you for anything you need, because I can't put myself in your position.' I was like, surprisingly, not really surprisingly, because my parents are tall, too. I learned to be peaceful and happy about it. Can you do this, can you do that? Center Birth: 02 Feb 2006 (age 17) Height: 228cm / 7'6" Club: IMG Academy (USA) Nationality: CAN. So that is about 150 coaches right there. So it's almost like he has to relearn how to be explosive like he was when he was smaller and younger.". Ron says, 'This kid is nine years old,"' said Meeks. My Favourite. Height: 7-6 (229cm) Weight: 285 (129kg), Current NBA Status: Draft Eligible in 2029, High School: IMG Academy [Bradenton, Florida (United States)]. "When we travel, we could be sitting in a hotel lobby and random strangers will come up to him and ask him for a picture. In the fifth grade, Rioux stood 5-2. I think most schools are waiting to see how he progresses; you know not every school recruits big bigs in the college game.. Limited Ads. Olivier Rioux is the worlds tallest teenager at 7-foot-6. According to the Guinness World Records, Rioux was born weighing 3.4kg before growing to 7.26kg in his first month. It was in Spain Rioux was pictured alongside soccer royalty, making then-Real Madrid star Sergio Ramos look like a child in an Instagram snap. Steffen Visk, assistant director of strength and conditioning at IMG, was instantly impressed by Rioux upon his arrival. 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