The world’s tallest college basketball player is moving to California. Former Florida walk-on Olivier Rioux, a 7-foot-9 center from Canada and one of the most recognizable student-athletes in North America, has signed with UC Irvine.
The tallest player in college basketball history has found a new home. Former Florida center Olivier Rioux announced Thursday he has signed with UC Irvine. The 7-foot-9 Rioux was a fan favorite ...
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Laurence Olivier, a towering figure of the British stage and screen, acclaimed in his lifetime as the greatest English-speaking actor of the 20th century. He was the first member of his profession to be elevated to a life peerage, and he won three Academy Awards.
The tallest player in college basketball has a new home. Former Florida 7-foot-9 center Olivier Rioux committed to UC Irvine on Thursday after spending the last two seasons with Florida, he ...
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Olivier Rioux, who at 7-foot-9 is the tallest player in college basketball history and the tallest player to score in a Division I game, has committed to play for UC Irvine.
IRVINE, Calif. – Florida transfer Olivier Rioux, who stands at 7-9, has signed with the UC Irvine men's basketball program, head coach Russell Turner announced Thursday. "We are excited to welcome Olivier Rioux to our program," Turner said.