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sports1 month ago•3 min saved

NHL’s tallest draft pick ever lands with the San Jose Sharks

Alexander Karmanov, a 7-foot-1 defenseman from Moldova, was drafted by the San Jose Sharks in the seventh round—making him the tallest player ever drafted in NHL history (7-foot-4 in skates). He split the 2025-26 season between the GOJHL’s Brantford Titans and the OHL’s North Bay Battalion, recording two assists in 20 OHL games and seven points in GOJHL play. Karmanov is set to play for Penn State starting in 2027-28 and is expected to return to North Bay this season. While his skating isn’t highly regarded, his size gives him a notable defensive reach, drawing comparisons to Zdeno Chara.

via RMNB|

#alexander-karmanov #hockey #nhl

sports3 months ago•3 min saved

UC Irvine signs 7-foot-9 Olivier Rioux, the world’s tallest college basketball player

Olivier Rioux, the 7-foot-9 Canadian who became the world’s tallest college basketball player, signed with UC Irvine after two seasons at Florida; the Anteaters expect his size and skill to help immediately as he seeks more playing time and development in the Big West.

via NBC Sports|

#college-basketball #florida-gators #rioux

sports4 months ago•14 min saved

Florida’s 7-foot-9 center Rioux enters transfer portal

Olivier Rioux, the 7-foot-9 Florida center and the world's tallest basketball player, is transferring from Florida, with AP reporting the move on March 31, 2026.

via AP News|

#college-basketball #florida-gators #olivier-rioux

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

Rioux's 7-foot-9 March Madness debut makes Florida history

Florida's Olivier Rioux, the 7-foot-9 redshirt freshman, entered and scored in the Gators' 114-55 NCAA Tournament win over Prairie View A&M, becoming the tallest player in college basketball history and adding a memorable March Madness moment to his debut season (he entered with 1:54 left and dunked for his first points with 1:12 remaining).

via New York Post|

#florida-gators #march-madness #ncaa-tournament

sports5 months ago•4 min saved

Gators' 7-foot-9 Rioux makes NCAA history with late dunk

Florida's Olivier Rioux, at 7-foot-9, became the tallest player ever to appear in the NCAA Tournament, entering with 8 1/2 minutes left and adding a late put-back dunk in Florida's 114-55 win over Prairie View A&M. He finished with two rebounds and one assist in 1:54 of action, a milestone that highlights his development since redshirting last season and his ongoing presence on a very tall UF roster.

via The New York Times|

#college-basketball #florida-gators #ncaa-tournament

sports9 months ago•3 min saved

Florida's Olivier Rioux, at 7-Foot-9, Sets NCAA Record as Tallest College Basketball Player

Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest teenager and a 7-foot-9 college basketball player for Florida, made his debut in a game against North Florida, becoming the tallest player in college basketball history and drawing significant attention and support from fans and teammates.

via NBC Sports|

#college-basketball #florida-gators #guinness-world-record

sports9 months ago•3 min saved

Florida's Olivier Rioux, at 7'9", Sets NCAA Record as Tallest College Basketball Player

Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest teenager at 7-foot-9, made his college basketball debut for Florida, becoming the tallest player in college history and drawing significant attention and cheers from fans and teammates alike.

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#college-basketball #florida-gators #guinness-world-record

sports9 months ago•3 min saved

Florida's Olivier Rioux Sets NCAA Record as Tallest College Basketball Player Ever

via AP News|

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sports9 months ago•3 min saved

Florida Gators' Olivier Rioux, the Tallest College Player Ever at 7'9"

Olivier Rioux, standing at 7-9, became the tallest player in college basketball history during his debut for the Florida Gators, drawing significant attention and support from fans and teammates, and making a memorable impact despite limited playtime.

via ESPN|

#college-basketball #florida-gators #historic-debut

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

7'9" Olivier Rioux to Become Tallest College Basketball Player Ever

Olivier Rioux, an 18-year-old from Montreal, is set to become the tallest college basketball player ever at 7'9" as he joins the University of Florida's men's basketball team. Rioux, who was previously the tallest teenager in the world, may still be growing and could potentially become the tallest NBA player if he makes it to the league. Despite some challenges due to his height, Rioux embraces his stature and sees it as an advantage in basketball.

via CNN|

#basketball-records #college-basketball #olivier-rioux

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

7'9" Olivier Rioux to Become Tallest College Basketball Player in History

The Florida Gators are set to recruit Olivier Rioux, an 18-year-old Canadian who stands at 7 feet, 9 inches, making him the tallest college basketball player ever. Rioux, who previously held the Guinness World Record for tallest teenager, played high school basketball at IMG Academy and helped Canada win a bronze medal at the 2023 U18 FIBA AmeriCup.

via Fox News|

#college-basketball #florida-gators #img-academy

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

7'9" Olivier Rioux to Become Tallest College Basketball Player in History

Olivier Rioux, an 18-year-old from Montreal, has committed to Florida and is set to become the tallest college basketball player ever at 7-foot-9. Rioux, who was already in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's tallest teenager, experienced a significant growth spurt, adding three inches in seven months. Despite his height, he is considered a "developmental project" for the Florida Gators.

via Yahoo Sports|

#college-basketball #florida-gators #guinness-world-records