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Olivier Rioux, the Tallest Teenager in the World, is a Major Basketball Prospect at IMG Academy
February 9, 2024
Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest teenager at 7-foot-7, is developing his basketball skills at IMG Academy while committed to the Florida Gators.
Standing 7-foot-7, Olivier Rioux has earned the Guinness World Record as the tallest teenager on Earth. The Canadian-born center has embraced the attention while staying focused on what matters most: becoming a complete basketball player.
At IMG Academy in Florida, Rioux works with elite coaches and competes against top-tier talent to develop skills that complement his extraordinary height. His commitment to the Florida Gators sets up an intriguing college career where he'll test his game against SEC competition.
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