Who is Olivier Rioux? Everything you need to know about tallest athlete in college basketball history

Olivier Rioux, a freshman for the Florida Gators, has made history as the tallest college basketball player ever. Standing at an impressive 7-foot-9, Rioux debuted in a recent game against the North Florida Ospreys. The crowd at O’Connell Center eagerly anticipated his entry onto the court. He has left behind 7 foot-7 UNC Ashville star Kenny George and Hardin-Simmons’ basketball star Mike Lannier in the list of tall players.