2023-11-09 04:07:00
The Florida Gators have recruited Quebecer Olivier Rioux to their university basketball program.
The 17-year-old himself confirmed the news on his social networks.
“I am proud to announce that I have committed to the Florida Gators for the 2024 season,” he wrote on Instagram. “The adventure continues in Florida! “.
The 7ft 7 giant has held the Guinness record for world’s tallest teenager since he was 15. He is notably compared to his Canadian compatriot Zach Edey, of Purdue, who is 7 ft 4.
Rioux has until now been developing his talent at the IMG Academy in the hope of one day breaking into the NBA. His great range makes him an important defensive presence at the basket.
With the upcoming departure of Tyrese Samuel and the retirement of EJ Jarvis before the campaign, Rioux will try to establish himself within the Gators squad next year, just like Isaiah Brown, who also joined the team today.
1699528272
#NCAA #Quebec #giant #Olivier #Rioux #joins #Florida #Gators