Olivier Rioux
Olivier Rioux dunks for first college points in Florida Gators win
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Olivier Rioux, a 7ft 9in Canadian teenager, made history by becoming the tallest player to score a field goal in college basketball with a dunk during the Florida Gators' 102-61 victory over Saint Francis. The 19-year-old redshirt freshman, recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's tallest teenager, entered late in the blowout and electrified the Gainesville crowd. His achievement highlights his unique physical presence in the sport.
Florida Gators freshman Olivier Rioux, standing at 7-foot-9, made history as the tallest player to ever appear in a college basketball game during a 104-64 win over North Florida. The 19-year-old Canadian entered with 2:09 left in the second half amid fan chants and celebrations. Rioux, who redshirted his first season, did not touch the ball but drew massive crowd support.