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. In the years since, Rioux has sprouted to a full seven foot six. I think this year you could see that he enjoyed everything about it, the basketball, the travelling, everything like that, Mckitterick said. Fast forward to now, and Rioux has officially been recognized as the worlds tallest teenager by Guinness World Records at age 15 and 75. "Everywhere we go, you know, it's not something he can hide from. 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. 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 from Canada and he's played basketball since he was five years old. TikTok video from Courtside Films (@courtside.films): "Olivier Rioux holds the Guinness World Record for tallest teenager! Now I go to school for three hours and practice in the afternoon, It's different," he added with a deep-voiced laugh. But perhaps most important is that Rioux is enjoying the game, which is key since huge expectations come with being super tall. The IMG Academy product is heading into his junior season for the Purdue Boilermakers, who've also expressed early interest in Rioux. Learn More. Get hyperlocal forecasts, radar and weather alerts. Every week, I was, like . This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 12, 2022. Bradenton, Florida basketball player Olivier Rioux set the record for tallest teen, according to Guinness World Records. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. 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. For me, its the little things like his mobility and agility, how hes moving, how he conceptualizes the game how much fun is he having competing and playing? The biggest thing when you meet him, youre concerned: is he skilled, can he move, whats his motor like? Doctors believed Rioux would peak at 6-feet, five-inches tall but he completely exceeded expectations. But there's a basketball star in Florida who has a slight height advantage. Recent Posts The boy lives with his family in Anjou, a neighbourhood in Montreal's East End. This is important because were in uncharted territories with Olivier, theres never been anybody that big at that age before. In the years since, Rioux has sprouted to a full seven foot six. Remember to check out our discord at https://discord.gg/sr5KadF. That's Olivier Rioux, the Canadian big man who enrolled at IMG Academy this year, in hopes of improving his game. Height runs in the Canadian big man's family. Olivier Rioux is now headed to Florida where he will attend the IMG Academy. 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.. Its gonna be interesting to see where this kids journey takes him! 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. He always has a smile on his face, said Schiller, who just took over IMG Blue after a decade as Lakewood Ranch boys basketball coach. In fifth grade, the Canadian stood at 5-feet, two-inches tall. The 16-year-old is one of the most entertaining prospects to watch. Get a roundup of the most important and intriguing national stories delivered to your inbox every weekday. Riouxs progress has been witnessed first hand by training partner Carson Cooper, who enjoys the one-on-one work they put in every day. Zach Edey, a 20-year-old from Toronto, is seven foot four. "Ron Yeung (Canada Basketball's manager of domestic development) sent me this photo of Olivier and Joel, and Olivier is about the same height, give or take an inch. You can find out more information about the data we collect on our Privacy Policy page. But Rioux is playing for Quebec at the Canada Summer Games this week in Ontarios Niagara Region with kids at least his own age, if nowhere near his size. If he played in the NBA now, hed be tied with Clevelands Tacko Fall as the leagues tallest player. 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Rioux dominated the competition so easily that he was signed by Real Madrid a few years ago. He recently revealed that Groot from "Guardians of the Galaxy" is one of his favorite heroes. Meet the tallest teen in the world. Most of the time you can find me on the basketball court Everybody thinks he plays with low nets, with very small people all year long, and thats not the case, Jean-Franois said. At 13 years old Olivier Rioux is 2.18m tall (7'2"). "I was immediately on the phones, finding out who he was and what was going on and what we can do to help.". A bridge in Pickering, Ontario has been named the longest enclosed pedestrian bridge in the world at 250 metres long. "My mom is. Mckitterick says part of his responsibility as a coach is being a buffer between Rioux and curious onlookers. Oli Rioux knows a lot of eyes are on him. The video has over 700,000 views, and caught the eye of a couple of NBA stars. We encountered an issue signing you up. Olivier stands six foot 11 inches. A grinning Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray posed for a photo at last weekend's regional finals for the Jr. NBA world championship in St. Catharines, Ont., with a 12-year-old boy. Olivier Rioux wants to make it to the NBA, which is why he will be attending the prestigious Florida academy. However, Olivier Rioux is another player scouts should keep an eye on as he could be another superstar of the future. Please try again. There is no way to run from it. Height: 5'10 Shoes size: 11.5 US (basically 12 as I need to buy new shoes. BRADENTON, Fla. (WFTS) - Lots of teenagers like to reach for the stars. Theres a basketball star in Florida who has a slight height advantage. Rioux became an internet sensation at age 12 while playing at a tournament in Spain. on August 11. . 542 mackeyk352 Karen Damon-Mackey #TeamUSATryout#imgacademy 542 Likes, TikTok video from Karen Damon-Mackey (@mackeyk352): "#TeamUSATryout #imgacademy". "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? I look very disproportionate, but I'll grow into it with time, Hand: 9.5inches, Shoe size: 16, Height: 6'9", Wow your hand is probably the size of some peoples feet , Hand: ~8''Feet: Size 12 us (46 EU)Height: 6'3'', I think this is pretty normal but I don't know, Damn I got the same hand size and have a size bigger shoe but Im 4 inches shorter lmaooo hopefully I still grow bc Im 16 rn. Naturally, he wants to become a basketball star. Olivier Rioux always seems to be the center of attention, WFTS reported. At the same age Shaquille O'Neal was 180cm (5'10"). The pre-teen from Anjou, became an unsuspecting internet star over the weekend when a video of a game hed played against fellow 12-year-olds in Spain went viral. Edey made his debut with Canada's senior men's team in a World Cup qualifier in May. 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. His parents and sibling are tall as well, but not quite as tall as he is. 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. Jean-Franois is 6-foot-8, while Riouxs mom Anne Garipy is 6-foot-1. Because basketball has kind of gone in the direction of smaller (multi-position players), but theres still a lot of programs that still value that size.. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. He believes they are similar as they are both tall and friendly. "My mom is 6'2" and my dad is 6'8"," Rioux said. Meeks has been keeping an eye on Riouxs progress and says hes seen improvement in him even in just the past few weeks. He's a phenomenal passer, can shoot the three and finish at the rim. Standing at 7-foot-6, he is the tallest teenager in the world, according to Guinness World Records. Hes 15, from Montreal and is 7-foot-5. 2023, Charter Communications, all rights reserved. He swatted away shots with ease. His father is 6-foot-8, while his mom is 6-foot-2. 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. He wears a size 20 shoe. Mckitterick says nobody could ever put themselves in Riouxs shoes, and that uniqueness makes it difficult to gauge where basketball might take him. 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. In the years since, Rioux has sprouted to a full seven foot six. Unless he somehow stops growing he'll be too tall for the nba. Your login session has expired. It caught the eye of Golden State star Steph Curry, who tweeted: So many questions ? He wants to improve his skills to the highest level possible. This isnt the only Canadian accomplishment youll see in next years Guinness World Records. . 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. 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. Rioux's goal is to have a professional basketball career and he will do everything it takes to achieve it. I look very disproportionate, but I'll grow into it with time GuardBoth 2 yr. ago What's your predicted height ? We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Jean-Franois, meanwhile, has been fielding numerous requests from people looking to get involved with his son. You may have seen this. Jamal Murray posed for a photo alongside him that summer. Another wild world record has been set in Canada, this time by a 15-year-old basketball player in Quebec. He was recently named the World's Tallest Teenager by Guinness World Records and is on his way to becoming a basketball star. He caught the eye of Golden State star, Steph Curry, who tweeted, So many questions. 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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. 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. Guinness World Records "My mom is 6'2" and my dad is 6'8"," Rioux told ABC Action News sports anchor Kyle Burger. While he still has a long way to go, it will be interesting to see if he can get into NBA shape and eventually enter the league. Murray requested the photo, not the other way around. 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. Olivier Rioux is not your regular teenager. Rioux stood like a maypole in the centre of the pre-game huddle, his teammates dancing around him. While his size is a huge factor, he still needs to develop his game to become good enough for the professional basketball league. These ones are getting quite tight) Hand size: 8.1 inches. Another wild world record has been set in Canada, this time by a 15-year-old basketball player in Quebec. Those are the things you're concerned about when you meet a 7'5" kid and start to work with him. The 16-year-old Terrebonne, Quebec native is 7-foot-6 and recognized by Guinness World Records as the tallest teen in the world. Doctors believed Rioux would peak at 6-feet, five-inches tall but he completely exceeded expectations. "When I was 10, 11, 12, I started growing, and it was getting fast. Olivier Rioux might be the next big thing in basketball. 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. Among other NBA giants, Gheorghe Muresan is listed as the tallest ever at seven foot seven. It's challenging even getting through the airport to make a flight on time because people are constantly stopping him: 'Can I take your picture? Check out our awesome. There was an error, please provide a valid email address. He's having fun at the Games, he said, and has taken in some of the boxing competition. However, there were some first impressions that couldnt be ignored. The IMG Academy product is heading into his junior season for the Purdue Boilermakers, whove also expressed early interest in Rioux. Rioux is proof that embracing what makes you unique can help you reach new heights. Playing on eight-foot nets against players that looked like toddlers by comparison, Rioux thoroughly dominated. He says the first year away from home was good and that he was calling his parents almost every day. When I met with our players at the end of the year. It caught the eye of Golden State star Steph Curry, who tweeted: "So many questions ". Hes grown at the rate of about 10 centimetres a year, and doctors have told the family he hasnt stopped. He first became an unsuspecting internet star at age 12, while playing at a tournament in Spain. The Canadian player is not just one of the tallest basketball players, but he's also one of the tallest people in the world. So, why not a winter sport like hockey? 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. According to the Guinness World Records, Rioux was born weighing 3.4kg before growing to 7.26kg in his first month. Comments may take up to an hour for moderation before appearing on the site. This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Now I go to school for three hours and practice in the afternoon, Its different, he added with a deep-voiced laugh. If you are a Home delivery print subscriber, unlimited online access is. Quebec was scheduled to face Saskatchewan on Friday after dropping a 72-70 decision to Alberta in Thursday nights semifinal. This is a list of the tallest people, verified by the Guinness World Records or other reliable sources. Ron says, This kid is nine years old, said Meeks. But these tall, tall players, it's 24, 25 before it all starts coming together.". 15-year-old is tallest teenager in the world, Iowa City students walk-out in support of LGBTQ youth rights, Trump planning first Iowa trip since announcing 2024 bid, NFL coach Brian Flores discrimination case going to court. He doesn't need to throw the ball nor jump to put the ball into the hoop. Why? Rioux, who's from Anjou, a borough in east Montreal, will begin Grade 10 in the fall in Bradenton, Fla. tap here to see other videos from our team. Everywhere they travel, random strangers will come up to him and ask for a picture or want him to hold their baby. . "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. With a curated slate of what matters in your city, Curiocity presents you with the most relevant local food, experiences, news, deals, and adventures. Rioux was attending a kids basketball camp in Montreal, and posed for a photo alongside then-Detroit Pistons and Canadian team centre Joel Anthony, who stands a formidable six foot nine. Use of this Website assumes acceptance of Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy, Stay up to date on the latest, breaking news, Team Quebec's Olivier Rioux plays in a men's basketball quarterfinal game against Team Alberta at the 2022 Canada Summer Games in Welland, Ontario Thursday, August 11, 2022. Our cities are ever-evolving and full of exciting, untapped potential. Zach Edey, a 20-year-old from Toronto, is seven foot four. He always willing to take pictures. But hes happy about it.. A lot. Height: 511 Hand size: 9 Foot size: 13.5. Mckitterick said part of his responsibility coaching Rioux was being a buffer between the teen and curious onlookers. Thanks for posting in the sub. As a fellow international big man, he sees a lot of potential in each practice. Advertisement 2. Want more? Joey Mckitterick, whos coached Rioux at Montreals AAU program Brookwood Elite since he was 12, echoed Meeks in that hes seen huge improvement in Rioux this year, particularly as his growing has slowed and his co-ordination is catching up. In Ohio, 16-year-old Robert Bobroczky stands seven foot seven, which is three inches taller than the NBAs two tallest players this past season: Detroit centre Boban Marjanovic, and New Yorks Kristaps Porzingis. "When I met with our players at the end of the year. If he played in the NBA, he'd be tied with Cleveland's Tacko Fall as the tallest NBA player in the league. I was immediately on the phones, finding out who he was and what was going on and what we can do to help.. In fifth grade, the Canadian was five-feet-two-inches. He moved there to attend IMG Academy a school that counts superstar tennis sisters Serena and Venus Williams among its alumni a year ago. I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. The Breakdown 416, in the boys under-14 division, and the Welland Warriors in the girls U14 division, qualified from last weekends regional tournament for the world championships in Orlando. Thats what Im learning.. He said people once lined up to take pictures with him on a family vacation. Your email address will not be published. "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. When you see Olivier, every three to six months hes doing things quicker, faster, stronger, more balanced, hes got more agility, his game is getting better, his understanding of how to impact the game is getting better, Meeks said. Quebec was scheduled to face Saskatchewan on Friday after dropping a 72-70 decision to Alberta in Thursday night's semifinal. Required fields are marked *. He's definitely falling in love with it," Mckitterick said. Olivier Rioux holds the Guinness World Record for tallest teenager! Rioux was 5-2 in kindergarten. Follow Us On Social Media!Twitter: http://bit.ly/2zHv7dJInstagram: http://bit.ly/2inVlI4Facebook: http://bit.ly/2zNPZNQ Shocking, intimidating, his teammates confirmed. Rioux was at a kids basketball camp in Montreal, and in the pic, he was standing next to the then-Detroit Pistons and Canadian team center, Joel Anthony, whos a towering 69. But then you get to know him and hes a nice guy. Its good because were big men and we play against each other as big men, said Rioux. 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. 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. But perhaps most important is that Rioux is enjoying the game, which is key since huge expectations come with being super tall. Canada at least has some experience with super tall players. He stood out like a maypole among the other players on the court. Hello, I'm Olivier Rioux from Quebec, Canada, and I hold the record for the tallest teenager (male). Guinness World Records "My mom is 6'2" and my dad is 6'8"," Rioux. Rioux, whos from Anjou, a borough in east Montreal, will begin Grade 10 in the fall in Bradenton, Fla. 15M | 6'1" | :Celebrate: 2500 subs! "Those skates and skis and winter stuff. Ron says, 'This kid is nine years old," ' said Meeks. He can dunk on an NBA hoop while barely leaving his feet. 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. Riouxs brother is 69, his dad is 68 and his mom is 61. This site uses cookies. Was there a Conspiracy for the 2016 NBA Finals. Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray, left, poses for a photo with Olivier Rioux, 12, in St. Catharines, Ont., in this recent handout photo. He can dunk on an NBA hoop while barely leaving his feet. Montreals Olivier Rioux, worlds tallest teen, chasing hoops dream at Canada Games, Montrealer Olivier Rioux breaks record, wins title for worlds tallest teenager, EpiPens dont work in space? NASA didnt know but Canadian students did, Canadian cities cutting transit services could cause death spiral, researcher warns, Click to share quote on Twitter: "He's definitely falling in love with it. 2023 Size runs in the Rioux family, his father is 6-foot-8, and he has a background playing volleyball. 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. Thats Olivier Rioux, the Canadian big man who enrolled at IMG Academy this year, in hopes of improving his game. RELATED STORIES: 81-year-old finds his way back to compete at Ironman World. 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. Im 7-feet, said Santiago. Child on bike hit by school bus in Mount Prospect: police, Chicago mayoral race down to Vallas, Johnson in runoff election. But one things for sure, every few months, Rioux is doing things quicker, better, and more confidently. But most importantly, Rioux is loving the game, and thats key since being super tall comes with huge expectations. Yao Ming and Shawn Bradley were 7-6. Canadian Sim Bhullar was 7-5, but his weight he was listed at 360 pounds was a limiting factor. 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. 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. Olivier Rioux is significantly taller than the vast majority of people his age. If he played in the NBA now, he'd be tied with Cleveland's Tacko Fall as the league's tallest player. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. "Back in Montreal I used to go to school every day for at least eight hours. But he's not just big. Bend those knees and grab with two hands, Rioux said with a smile. 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? He gets it. The Schitts Creek cast had the funniest teleprompter fail at the Emmys last night (VIDEO) Please read our Commenting Policy first. Guinness World Records recognized him as the worlds tallest teenager when he was 15 and seven foot five. - Believe it or not all three of the men are at least seven feet tall. 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. The Canada Basketball coach, Michael Meeks, first caught wind of him 7 years ago when he opened up a photo in his inbox. But thats why he came to IMG. Why? Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Can you hold my baby?' Netflix stars & founders of Ontarios June Motel are on the hunt for their next location, A post shared by Olivier Rioux (@olivier.rioux). Hes definitely falling in love with it.. Some kids are tall and people make them do it," Schiller said. "When I was 10, 11, 12, I started growing, and it was getting fast. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns. Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Story continues below advertisement Guinness World Records recognized. National Basketball Nationality: Canada Height runs in the Canadian big man's family. The young star revealed that he loves being tall and getting all the attention. That uniqueness makes it difficult to gauge where basketball might take him. Height runs in the Canadian big mans family. If Rioux can accomplish his goals, this big man at IMG can earn a college scholarship and truly become the big man on campus. I told him `I cant imagine being you. Some kids are tall, and people make them do it.. (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. Unauthorized distribution, transmission or republication strictly prohibited. (Tara Walton/CP) Canadian Press August 12, 2022, 12:48 PM. 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