We have enabled email notificationsyou will now receive an email if you receive a reply to your comment, there is an update to a comment thread you follow or if a user you follow comments. Im 7-feet, said Santiago. He cant put on a hat and not be 75.. 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? 2023 Montreal Gazette, a division of Postmedia Network Inc. All rights reserved. Size runs in the Rioux family, his father is 6-foot-8, and he has a background playing volleyball. 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. We encountered an issue signing you up. Height runs in the Canadian big mans family. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. That's 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. "This is important, because usually taller players are a little bit slower (to develop), and he's moving at the right rate in terms of a super tall player. But he was also fragile and slow and never made it. Can you do this, can you do that? Meeks has been keeping an eye on Riouxs progress and says hes seen improvement in him even in just the past few weeks. 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. As a fellow international big man, he sees a lot of potential in each practice. 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. He gets it. Naturally, he wants to become a basketball star and is really good at the sport. Recent Posts "People see his size and their expectations are pretty high," said Meeks. 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) . I told him `I cant imagine being you. If you are a Home delivery print subscriber, unlimited online access is. At the age of 12, Olivier Rioux was already 6-foot-10, which was impressive. 2023 Standing at 7-foot-6, Rioux is a sophomore at IMG Academy in Florida. So, at 7'5" tall and 15-years-old, Rioux stands as the tallest teenager in the world, according to the Guinness World Records. 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. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. 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. He already towered over the Denver Nuggets star guard from Kitchener, Ont. Download it here. Fast forward to now, and Rioux has officially been recognized as the world's tallest teenager by Guinness World Records at age 15 and 7'5. It's amazing; I love it," Rioux. He already towered over the Denver Nuggets star guard from Kitchener, Ont. He's having fun at the Games, he said, and has taken in some of the boxing competition. 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. 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. Doctors believed Rioux would peak at 6-feet, five-inches tall but he completely exceeded expectations. People see his size and their expectations are pretty high, said Meeks. We exist to help people navigate it all. Hes also having a blast at the Games and has even taken in some of the boxing competition. The 16-year-old Terrebonne, Quebec native is 7-foot-6 and recognized by Guinness World Records as the tallest teen in the world. TikTok video from Courtside Films (@courtside.films): "Olivier Rioux holds the Guinness World Record for tallest teenager! I was taller than every kid in my school," Rioux said. 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. Hes a phenomenal passer, can shoot the three and finish at the rim. His father is 6-foot-8, while his mom is 6-foot-2. This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. 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. Murray requested the photo, not the other way around. Edey made his debut with Canadas senior mens team in a World Cup qualifier in May. "Those skates and skis and winter stuff. "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. The tallest NBA player in the 2022-23 season is Tacko Fall, who is listed at 7-foot-6. 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.' But perhaps most important is that Rioux is enjoying the game, which is key since huge expectations come with being super tall. Olivier normally plays under-14 basketball for the Tornades de Longueuil, an AAA program in Longueuil, and plays all season on 10-foot rims. Ollie is not just big on the court, hes talented. He'll be too tall for anything tbh. These ones are getting quite tight) Hand size: 8.1 inches. "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. "My mom is 6'2" and my dad is 6'8"," Rioux said. This summer, Rioux played and trained with the Canadian u16 team in the FIBA Americas event. Our Spectrum News app is the most convenient way to get the stories that matter to you. That uniqueness makes it difficult to gauge where basketball might take him. (US size), Handspan: 10 inches Hand length: 8 inches Height: 16.0 M 62 no shoes Feet: size 48 (why are my feet so big legit no one in my entire family has feet this big), Somehow my hand is 7 long and only 7.5 handspan , hopefully your feet stop growing , ayee WE have the Same Hand measurments im Like a 48.5 and Close to 6'1 tho ://, Hands: 8.6 inches (22cm) Feet: 14.5/15 (around 48 EU) Height: 6'5" (196 cm). Olivier Rioux always seems to be the center of attention, WFTS reported. 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. Jean-Franois is 6-foot-8, while Riouxs mom Anne Garipy is 6-foot-1. If he played in the NBA, he'd be tied with Cleveland's Tacko Fall as the tallest NBA player in the league. Another wild world record has been set in Canada, this time by a 15-year-old basketball player in Quebec. If he is able to do some of the things I was able to do then he is going to be really, really difficult to stop.. 7-foot-5 with a size 22 shoe #fyp #basketball #foryou #viral 3.4K Likes, 42 Comments. Olivier Rioux wants to make it to the NBA, which is why he will be attending the prestigious Florida academy. 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. In the last three years, he's helped propel the Chnier School basketball team. Canada at least has some experience with super tall players. It caught the eye of Golden State star Steph Curry, who tweeted: So many questions ? But there's a basketball star in Florida who has a slight height advantage. The young player has already received attention from several NBA superstars, including Steph Curry and Joel Embiid. Rioux stands seven feet, five inches tall and is only a sophomore in high school. size 20 feet olivier rioux 2.9M views Discover short videos related to size 20 feet olivier rioux on TikTok. Young but elevated! "It was nice," Rioux said of his first year away from home. 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. You can't put on a hat and not be 7'5" anymore," Rioux's coach Jeremy Schiller said. 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. Ron says, 'This kid is nine years old," ' said Meeks. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. A subreddit for tall teenagers to chat with others, ask questions, have competitions, and more! Jean-Franois, who was a volleyball player, knew even as a toddler that Olivier would be tall. Olivier has more of a chance because he is quicker and stronger, but we will see what happens in a few years!! So, we're kind of cautiously optimistic that he's definitely moving in the right direction.". Height: 511 Hand size: 9 Foot size: 13.5. Thats what Im learning.. Everywhere they travel, random strangers will come up to him and ask for a picture or want him to hold their baby. He can dunk on an NBA hoop while barely leaving his feet. The Schitts Creek cast had the funniest teleprompter fail at the Emmys last night (VIDEO) Guinness World Records "My mom is 6'2" and my dad is 6'8"," Rioux. He first became an unsuspecting internet star at age 12, while playing at a tournament in Spain. He was recognized as the world's tallest teen by Guinness last. Rioux's goal is to have a professional basketball career and he will do everything it takes to achieve it. Follow Us On Social Media!Twitter: http://bit.ly/2zHv7dJInstagram: http://bit.ly/2inVlI4Facebook: http://bit.ly/2zNPZNQ Netflix stars & founders of Ontarios June Motel are on the hunt for their next location, A post shared by Olivier Rioux (@olivier.rioux). A big size advantage has made a 12-year-old Quebec basketball player an internet star. Its even a challenge just getting through the airport on time because people are constantly stopping him. Because standing a sky-high 6-foot-10, Olivier Rioux towers over the Canadian NBA player by seven inches. Oli Rioux knows a lot of eyes are on him. Now I go to school for three hours and practice in the afternoon, Its different, he added with a deep-voiced laugh. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. But most importantly, Rioux is loving the game, and thats key since being super tall comes with huge expectations. Want more? Everywhere we go, you know, its not something he can hide from. Hes 15, from Montreal and is 7-foot-5, Montreal hosts major 33 basketball tournament with a twist. Comments may take up to an hour for moderation before appearing on the site. This kid is 9 years old? He believes they are similar as they are both tall and friendly. But hes happy about it.. This is a list of the tallest people, verified by the Guinness World Records or other reliable sources. The next issue of Montreal Gazette Headline News will soon be in your inbox. Some kids are tall, and people make them do it.. Fast forward to now, and Rioux has officially been recognized as the worlds tallest teenager by Guinness World Records at age 15 and 75. Nobody could.". Rioux, whos just two inches shy of the Toronto Raptors tallest players Jonas Valanciunas, Jakob Poeltl and Lucas Nogueira are all seven feet has been playing basketball since he was five, his dad said. After leading Chenier elementary school to numerous titles, Rioux will attend Saint-Jean-Vianney high school, which his dad said has a strong basketball program, in the fall. Riouxs older brother Emile, who is 15 and 6-foot-9, also plays basketball. Back up the Brinks trucks, college basketball NIL organizations. Coach Schiller's goal is to maximize his potential. Guinness World Records "My mom is 6'2" and my dad is 6'8"," Rioux told ABC Action News sports anchor Kyle Burger. 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. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Your login session has expired. The Canadian player is not just one of the tallest basketball players, but he's also one of the tallest people in the world. "Back in Montreal I used to go to school every day for at least eight hours. The IMG Academy product is heading into his junior season for the Purdue Boilermakers, whove also expressed early interest in Rioux. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Rioux has always been tall for his age and already stood at 52 by the time he was in Grade 5! The video has over 700,000 views, and caught the eye of a couple of NBA stars. Hes 15, from Montreal and is 7-foot-5. Jamal Murray posed for a photo alongside him that summer. 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. 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. Olivier Rioux is significantly taller than the vast majority of people his age. His mother is 6-foot-2; she did not play sports. The schools that are really focusing in on him are ones that value the size and want to use it. He said people once lined up to take pictures with him on a family vacation. 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. The boy lives with his family in Anjou, a neighbourhood in Montreal's East End. It was nice, Rioux said of his first year away from home. 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? 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. Its good because were big men and we play against each other as big men, said Rioux. Advertisement 2. Rioux became an internet sensation at age 12 while playing at a tournament in Spain. He doesn't need to throw the ball nor jump to put the ball into the hoop. This isnt the only Canadian accomplishment youll see in next years Guinness World Records. "I was calling my parents almost every day, and the school year was good, my grades were up. The young star had a great performance in his debut for Real Madrid, scoring 20 points. 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