Shaquille O'Neal, by comparison, was 5-10 at Rioux's age, but would grow nearly a foot time he turned 16 . That uniqueness makes it difficult to gauge where basketball might take him. I look very disproportionate, but I'll grow into it with time GuardBoth 2 yr. ago What's your predicted height ? Can you hold my baby?' He can dunk on an NBA hoop while barely leaving his feet. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. In fifth grade, the Canadian was five-feet-two-inches. But he was also fragile and slow and never made it. Olivier Rioux wants to make it to the NBA, which is why he will be attending the prestigious Florida academy. . While his size is a huge factor, he still needs to develop his game to become good enough for the professional basketball league. Standing at 7-foot-6, he is the tallest teenager in the world, according to Guinness World Records. Rioux, who's from Anjou, a borough in east Montreal, will begin Grade 10 in the fall in Bradenton, Fla. Well, we saw what happened with Robert Bobroczkyi he was tall and could shoot. But for now, hes playing for Quebec at the Canada Summer Games in Niagara Region, facing off against kids his own age, but nowhere near his size. "The schools that are really focusing in on him are ones that value the size and want to use it. Riouxs progress has been witnessed first hand by training partner Carson Cooper, who enjoys the one-on-one work they put in every day. Hand 9.5 Shoe 17/52.5 Height 6'10/208 If u read this for the first time then u are not active enough here lol, 8"-8.25" 9.9" handspan 12.5us shoe size and i'm 6'1.75"-6'2" i think but last time I was measured properly I was 15 and it was 5'11.5" and 6'0.5" respectively in a span of half a year. Olivier Rioux, became an unsuspecting internet star when a video of a game he'd played against fellow 12-year-olds in Spain went viral. 67.2k Followers, 449 Following, 81 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Olivier Rioux (@olivier.rioux) The Schitts Creek cast had the funniest teleprompter fail at the Emmys last night (VIDEO) Mckitterick said part of his responsibility coaching Rioux was being a buffer between the teen and curious onlookers. However, Olivier Rioux is another player scouts should keep an eye on as he could be another superstar of the future. We help you get the most out of your city and focus on the easy-to-miss details so that youre always in the know. His dad Jean-Franois is 6-8, his mom Anne is 6-2. !, and immediately got on the phones to find out more about him. Rick Westhead of @TSN talks to the Quebec teenager about what life is like when you're seven-foot-six. Olivier has more of a chance because he is quicker and stronger, but we will see what happens in a few years!! (10-25-22) Olivier Rioux (7'6) (dad Jean-Francois is 6-8, his mom Anne is 6-2) who's from Anjou, a borough in east Montreal started the school year this fall for his 2nd season in Bradenton, Fla. to attend IMG Academy.Rioux will play for IMG's National Spotlight Blue team. Hes a phenomenal passer, can shoot the three and finish at the rim. At 13 years old Olivier Rioux is 2.18m tall (7'2"). By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. But these tall, tall players, its 24, 25 before it all starts coming together., READ MORE:Montreal hosts major 33 basketball tournament with a twist. He's talented. Was there a Conspiracy for the 2016 NBA Finals. Advertisement 2. Sign up to receive daily headline news from the Montreal Gazette, a division of Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. I told him `I can't imagine being you. Rioux is 7-feet 5-inches tall, and, at 15-years-old, he stands as the tallest teenager in the world, according to the Guinness World Records. Coach Schiller's goal is to maximize his potential. The Canada Basketball coach, Michael Meeks, first caught wind of him 7 years ago when he opened up a photo in his inbox. Olivier Rioux landed with a size-large exclamation point on Michael Meeks' radar when the Canada Basketball coach opened a photo in his inbox seven years ago. These ones are getting quite tight) Hand size: 8.1 inches. Now I go to school for three hours and practice in the afternoon, Its different, he added with a deep-voiced laugh. Height runs in the Canadian big man's family. FIBA organises the most famous and prestigious international basketball competitions including the FIBA Basketball World Cup, the FIBA World Championship for Women and the FIBA 3x3 World Tour. The 16-year-old Terrebonne, Que., native is 7-foot-6 and recognized by Guinness World Records as the tallest teen in the world. Quite big hands and feet for your height ! Rioux stands at 7 ft and 5.33 in, a whole foot taller than the peak height that doctors predicted he would reach, according to the Guinness article. Comments may take up to an hour for moderation before appearing on the site. His parents and sibling are tall as well, but not quite as tall as he is. When I was 10, 11, 12, I started growing and it was getting fast, he said. Guinness World Records recognized him as the worlds tallest teenager when he was 15 and seven foot five. There was an error, please provide a valid email address. It's amazing; I love it," Rioux. 2023 Montreal Gazette, a division of Postmedia Network Inc. All rights reserved. The biggest thing when you meet him, youre concerned: is he skilled, can he move, whats his motor like? Standing at 7-foot-6, he is the tallest teenager in the world, according to Guinness World Records. Here's why southern Canadians are about to see them a lot more often, 'Fargo' is filming in Alberta & two of its biggest stars were spotted at the Flames game, "It was like I was standing in the game:" The cast & crew of 'The Last of Us' discuss filming in Alberta, A Nickelback exhibit is opening in Calgary & here's when you can check it out. You cant put on a hat and not be 7-5 anymore, said his coach, Jeremy Schiller. He already towered over the Denver Nuggets star guard from Kitchener, Ont. Height runs in the Canadian big man's family. BRADENTON, Fla. -- Lots of teenagers like to reach for the stars, metaphorically speaking. Size runs in the Rioux family, his father is 6-foot-8, and he has a background playing volleyball. "This is important because we're in uncharted territories with Olivier, there's never been anybody that big at that age before. This is important because were in uncharted territories with Olivier, theres never been anybody that big at that age before. His height also makes him somewhat of a celebrity and he said that people once lined up to take pictures with him on a family vacation in Cuba. Coaches, agents, brand agents, all the things that people would like Olivier to be involved, scholarships. BRADENTON, FL. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account and fewer ads, Get exclusive access to the National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on, Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists, Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists, Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword, Access articles from across Canada with one account, Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments, Get email updates from your favourite authors. However, there were some first impressions that couldnt be ignored. Some kids are tall, and people make them do it.. I was taller than every kid in my school.. Download our app, California Consumer Limit the Use of My Sensitive Personal Information, California Consumer Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He cant put on a hat and not be 75.. Usually guys that stopped growing at about 6-3, 6-4, you could begin to see exactly what theyre going to be by the time theyre 16 years old. Edit : for those wondering, 2.13m is 7 foot. Mckitterick says nobody could ever put themselves in Riouxs shoes, and that uniqueness makes it difficult to gauge where basketball might take him. Its challenging even getting through the airport to make a flight on time because people are constantly stopping him: Can I take your picture? 15 yrs old 7"5 Size 20 shoe IMG Academy Download it here. Doctors believed Rioux would peak at 6-feet, five-inches tall but he completely exceeded expectations. 2023 If Rioux can accomplish his goals, this big man at IMG can earn a college scholarship and truly become the big man on campus. Thats Olivier Rioux, the Canadian big man who enrolled at IMG Academy this year, in hopes of improving his game. 2023, Charter Communications, all rights reserved. This summer, Rioux played and trained with the Canadian u16 team in the FIBA Americas event. 542 mackeyk352 Karen Damon-Mackey #TeamUSATryout#imgacademy 542 Likes, TikTok video from Karen Damon-Mackey (@mackeyk352): "#TeamUSATryout #imgacademy". Rioux stands seven feet, five inches tall and is only a sophomore in high school. Murray requested the selfie, not the other way around. 7-foot-5 with a size 22 shoe #fyp #basketball #foryou #viral 3.4K Likes, 42 Comments. According to the Guinness World Records, Rioux was born weighing 3.4kg (7.5 pounds) before growing to 7.26kg (16 pounds) in his first month. Olivier Rioux landed with a size-large exclamation point on Michael Meeks' radar when the Canada Basketball coach opened a photo in his inbox seven years ago. The first thing is he loves basketball. Pay the big boy. Rioux, who is a Cleveland Cavaliers fan and whose favourite player is LeBron James, doesnt mind the attention hes received over the last few days. Postmedia is committed to maintaining a lively but civil forum for discussion and encourage all readers to share their views on our articles. 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.". First year head coach Jeremy Schiller has paid close attention to Rioux, particularly when it comes to the way others look at him whenever they are out in public. The tallest active player in the NBA is Latvian Kristaps Porzingis at 2.21 m (7' 3"), a height that Rioux is projected to outgrow. "When you see Olivier, every three to six months he's doing things quicker, faster, stronger, more balanced, he's got more agility, his game is getting better, his understanding of how to impact the game is getting better," Meeks said. Watch these blocks. Our Spectrum News app is the most convenient way to get the stories that matter to you. Meeks, whos at the Games to keep an eye on Canadas young players, said hes seen improvement in Rioux even over the past few weeks, but cautions that like any super tall player, hes a long-term work in progress. Full Name: Olivier Rioux Current Team: N/A Born: Feb 2, 2006 (17 years old) Nationality: Canada Height: 7-6 (229cm) Weight: 285 (129kg) Current NBA Status: Draft Eligible in 2029 Draft Entry: 2029 NBA Draft High School: IMG Academy [Bradenton, Florida (United States)] Change player? This is a list of the tallest people, verified by the Guinness World Records or other reliable sources. for the first time in Canada Games history, Kobe Bryant family settles photo lawsuit for US$28.5 million, Leafs re-acquire Luke Schenn, deal Rasmus Sandin and Pierre Engvall, Blackhawks trade star Patrick Kane to Rangers, Oilers acquire Ekholm from Nashville for Barrie, Schaefer, 1st rounder, Proposal urges FIFA to compensate World Cup labor in Qatar. If you are a Home delivery print subscriber, unlimited online access is. The rest of Riouxs IMG teammates feel the same way as Cooper. Jean-Franois, who was a volleyball player, knew even as a toddler that Olivier would be tall. However, being a super tall player comes with high expectations, and Meeks wants to focus on the little things like Riouxs mobility, agility, and how he conceptualizes the game. According to the Guinness World Records, Rioux was born weighing 3.4kg before growing to 7.26kg in his first month. So, at 7'5" tall and 15-years-old, Rioux stands as the tallest teenager in the world, according to the Guinness World Records. Another wild world record has been set in Canada, this time by a 15-year-old basketball player in Quebec. Hes grown at the rate of about 10 centimetres a year, and doctors have told the family he hasnt stopped. That's Olivier Rioux, the Canadian big man who enrolled at IMG Academy this year, in hopes of improving his game. And now he's doing this on the court. Because standing a sky-high six-foot-10, Olivier Rioux towers over the Canadian NBA player by seven inches. However, Olivier Rioux was blessed with great genes. That uniqueness makes it difficult to gauge where basketball might take him. Young but elevated! THE CANADIAN PRESS/Tara Walton, Kings trade Quick to Blue Jackets for Gavrikov, Korpisalo, 'A little scary': Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race begins with smallest field ever, Female boxers take the ring on P.E.I. Guinness World Records recognized him as the world's tallest teenager when he was 15 and seven foot five. "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? RELATED: Chicago woman breaks world record by hula-hooping for 100 straight hours. (Tara Walton/CP) Canadian Press August 12, 2022, 12:48 PM. Olivier Rioux always seems to be the center of attention, WFTS reported. Everywhere they travel, random strangers will come up to him and ask for a picture or want him to hold their baby. Olivier Rioux is now headed to Florida where he will attend the IMG Academy. Rioux dominated the competition so easily that he was signed by Real Madrid a few years ago. Meeks says theyre in uncharted territories with Olivier, but theyre cautiously optimistic that hes moving in the right direction. Ron Yeung (Canada Basketballs manager of domestic development) sent me this photo of Olivier and Joel, and Olivier is about the same height, give or take an inch. If he played in the NBA, hed be tied with Clevelands Tacko Fall as the tallest NBA player in the league. "My mom is 6'2" and my dad is 6'8"," Rioux said. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. His mother is 6-foot-2; she did not play sports. Rioux's parents had to show proof of age at athletic events when their son was five years old and by 12 he was 7-foot-2. Subscribe to our newsletter for exclusive deals, stories, info & more! He said people once lined up to take pictures with him on a family vacation. Quebec was scheduled to face Saskatchewan on Friday after dropping a 72-70 decision to Alberta in Thursday nights semifinal. There are a lot of Division 1 schools that are very familiar with him already, Mckitterick said. "There are a lot of Division 1 schools that are very familiar with him already," Mckitterick said. Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Joey Mckitterick, whos been coaching Rioux since he was 12 at Montreals AAU program Brookwood Elite, says hes seen huge improvement in him this year, particularly as his growing has slowed, and his coordination is catching up. Rioux hails from Anjou, a borough in east Montreal, but hes now in Florida attending IMG Academy, a school known for its superstar alumni, like Serena and Venus Williams. I told him `I cant imagine being you. He moved there to attend IMG Academy a school that counts superstar tennis sisters Serena and Venus Williams among its alumni a year ago. Those are the things youre concerned about when you meet a 7-5 kid and start to work with him. Olivier Rioux landed with a size-large exclamation point on Michael Meeks radar when the Canada Basketball coach opened a photo in his inbox seven years ago. The website features live and on demand videos, basketball news, over 70,00 players profile . We exist to help people navigate it all. In the years since, Rioux has sprouted to a full seven foot six. The Instagram handle of Guinness World Records just shared a glimpse of the life of 16-year-old Olivier Rioux who is the world's tallest male teenager. This is important, because usually taller players are a little bit slower (to develop), and hes moving at the right rate in terms of a super tall player. Standing at 7-foot-6, Rioux is a sophomore at IMG Academy in Florida. 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 hasnt had any major physical issues such as sore knees that can come with fast growth. This isnt the only Canadian accomplishment youll see in next years Guinness World Records. Its good because were big men and we play against each other as big men, said Rioux. He can dunk on an NBA hoop while barely leaving his feet. Why? A big size advantage has made a 12-year-old Quebec basketball player an internet star. Our cities are ever-evolving and full of exciting, untapped potential. Does he like basketball? Fast forward to now, and Rioux has officially been recognized as the worlds tallest teenager by Guinness World Records at age 15 and 75. So, we're kind of cautiously optimistic that he's definitely moving in the right direction.". Naturally, he wants to become a basketball star. Its fun to see him improving and really fun to work with him because hes a good player and it helps me get better, said Cooper. There's a lot of hype surrounding Victor Wembanyama, who stands at 7-foot-4 and will most likely be the first overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft. Team Quebec's Olivier Rioux plays in a men's basketball quarter-final game against Team Alberta at the 2022 Canada Summer Games in Welland, Ont. Another wild world record has been set in Canada, this time by a 15-year-old basketball player in Quebec. I'm 226.9 cm (7 ft and 5.33 in) tall and tower over my classmates - and even the teachers! In the years since, Rioux has sprouted to a full seven foot six. Meeks has been keeping an eye on Riouxs progress and says hes seen improvement in him even in just the past few weeks. The average height of a 12-year-old boy is four-foot-10, and Jean-Franois laughed about what it takes to keep his Stretch Armstrong son fed: Normal breakfast would be two big cereal bowls, two toasts, yogurt, bananas.. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Can you hold my baby? Can you do this, can you do that? Olivier Rioux is not your regular teenager. . Ollie is 7 feet, 5 inches tall, and at 15 years old, he stands as the tallest teenager in the world, according to Guinness World Records. Despite being only 16, Rioux is as tall as Fall, yet he will most likely grow a few more inches before starts playing professional basketball. But these tall, tall players, it's 24, 25 before it all starts coming together.". But thats why he came to IMG. Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. TikTok video from Courtside Films (@courtside.films): "Olivier Rioux holds the Guinness World Record for tallest teenager! People see his size and their expectations are pretty high, said Meeks. Meet the tallest teen in the world. My mom is 6-2 and my dad is 6-8, Ollie said. But hes happy about it.. IMG Academy basketball player Olivier Rioux always seems to be the center of attention, and now hes made it into the Guinness Book of World Records. Bend those knees and grab with two hands, Rioux said with a smile. Yao Ming and Shawn Bradley were 7-6. Hes 15, from Montreal and is 7-foot-5. "When I was 10, 11, 12, I started growing, and it was getting fast. Canadian 15-year-old sets Guinness World Record for being the tallest living teen on Earth, The Schitts Creek cast had the funniest teleprompter fail at the Emmys last night (VIDEO), Netflix stars & founders of Ontarios June Motel are on the hunt for their next location, the longest enclosed pedestrian bridge in the world, Missed the Northern Lights? I have to be careful of who I talk with, and how I do. His father is 6-foot-8, while his mom is 6-foot-2. "It's cool. 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 was 5-2 in kindergarten. Standing at 7-foot-6 at the age of 16 sounds quite unbelievable. Get a roundup of the most important and intriguing national stories delivered to your inbox every weekday. Olivier Rioux is confirmed to be the tallest living male teenager on Earth and has landed himself a spot in the Guinness World Records 2022 book.. Rioux stands at 7 ft and 5.33 in, a whole foot taller than the peak height that doctors predicted he would reach, according to the Guinness . tap here to see other videos from our team. He doesn't need to throw the ball nor jump to put the ball into the hoop. The young star had a great performance in his debut for Real Madrid, scoring 20 points. He's a giant on the basketball court, and, of course, that has its advantages. Thats what Im learning.. National Basketball Nationality: Canada If he played in the NBA now, he'd be tied with Cleveland's Tacko Fall as the league's tallest player. tall, 15-year-old Olivier has earned his place in the brand new Guinness World Records 2022 book after being confirmed as the world's tallest teenager living (male) . The boy lives with his family in Anjou, a neighbourhood in Montreal's East End. 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. The schools that are really focusing in on him are ones that value the size and want to use it. The young player has already received attention from several NBA superstars, including Steph Curry and Joel Embiid. That means doing the little things right as a big man. He stood out like a maypole among the other players on the court. 359K views 1 year ago #IMGAcademy #Basketball All of IMG's student-athletes strive to reach the next level, but Olivier Rioux is reaching new heights in a different way. You can find out more information about the data we collect on our Privacy Policy page. Ollie is not just big on the court, hes talented. He was recently named the World's Tallest Teenager by Guinness World Records and is on his way to becoming a basketball star. Riouxs brother is 69, his dad is 68 and his mom is 61. But there's a basketball star in Florida who has a slight height advantage. Olivier Rioux landed with a size . Clearly, were soaring to new heights here in the north. Netflix stars & founders of Ontarios June Motel are on the hunt for their next location, A post shared by Olivier Rioux (@olivier.rioux). But he's not just big. Olivier normally plays under-14 basketball for the Tornades de Longueuil, an AAA program in Longueuil, and plays all season on 10-foot rims. He was recognized as the world's tallest teen by Guinness last. He first became an unsuspecting internet star at age 12, while playing at a tournament in Spain. Every week, I was like getting height. - Believe it or not all three of the men are at least seven feet tall. He'll be too tall for anything tbh. Please read our Commenting Policy first. Standing 226.9 cm (7 ft and 5.33 in.) "Those skates and skis and winter stuff. Back in Montreal I used to go to school every day for at least eight hours. He says the first year away from home was good and that he was calling his parents almost every day. TORONTO A grinning Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray posed for a photo at last weekends regional finals for the Jr. NBA world championship in St. Catharines, Ont., with a 12-year-old boy. Shaquille ONeal, by comparison, was 5-10 at Riouxs age, but would grow nearly a foot time he turned 16. Does he like basketball? said the first-year coach. Rioux is proof that embracing what makes you unique can help you reach new heights. Get notified on your phone in the morning with the latest forecast and news to start your day. Ron says, This kid is nine years old, said Meeks. World's tallest teen. "My mom is. Oli Rioux knows a lot of eyes are on him. Olivier Rioux is significantly taller than the vast majority of people his age. Yo, did you hear about this 76 basketball prodigy, Olivier Rioux? Im 7-feet, said Santiago. You may have seen this. He stood out like a maypole among the other players on the court. Being a world record holder is something that Rioux always thought was possible for himself and hes emotionally shocked and relieved to finally get it. "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. I'm not sure how much i've changed as I pretty much look the same proportion wise xD, Height: 5'10 Shoes size: 11.5 US (basically 12 as I need to buy new shoes. 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. A lot. (Tara Walton/The Canadian Press) Olivier Rioux landed with a size . But perhaps most important is that Rioux is enjoying the game, which is key since huge expectations come with being super tall. Learn More. So, why not a winter sport like hockey? 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