Florida's Olivier Rioux Makes History as Tallest CBB Player Ever After Debut vs. UNF

Florida's Olivier Rioux Becomes Tallest Division I Player

Florida center Olivier Rioux, who stands 7'9", made history on Thursday by becoming the tallest player to appear in a Division I college basketball game. A redshirt freshman, Rioux played the final 2:09 of Florida's 104-64 home victory over North Florida.

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Author's summary: Olivier Rioux’s debut marked a historic moment as the tallest athlete in Division I college basketball, showcasing Florida's basketball program's potential.

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