Words that describe Ryan: “Skittles”, Strong, Intense, Honest, Loyal, Sincere, Tough, Rugged, “Right Ingredients”, “Best is Yet To Come”, “Work Power”, Makes our Dojo a Better Place.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
2021-22: Ryan is dedicated and committed to being the best that he can be. He has the “Work Power” and toughness to have an impact in Division II Wrestling. Ryan is a 2X Varsity Letter Award Recipient. With some time on the mat, the Best is Yet to Come for “Skittles”.
2020-21(COVID Shortened Season): Ryan is one of our top young wrestlers and earned his Varsity Letter Award. “Skittles” has the “Work Power” and commitment to have an impact in DII Wrestling. Ryan is dedicated to improving everyday. “The Best Is Yet To Come” for him. “Skittles” was able to get some valuable collegiate matches this season. He will improve greatly with a full season of competition.
HONORS & AWARDS
Career Record: Redshirt
2022 2X Varsity Letter Award
2021 Varsity Letter Award
HIGH SCHOOL
“Ryan had an outstanding career at Francis Howell High School. He has excelled in wrestling, football and in the classroom. We feel like the “Best is Yet to Come” for him. We think Ryan is a great fit for our wrestling program and for Maryville University. He will have success on the mat and in the classroom. We welcome Ryan to our wrestling program. We are pleased to have him and his family join our Maryville wrestling family.” Coach Denney
High School accomplishments:
•State Champion as a junior at 285 lbs
•2 X State Tournament Finalist
•2nd in State as a senior
•4 X State Qualifier
•2 X 2nd in Districts
•3rd in Districts
•3 X 1st Team All-Conf
•NHSCA ALL-American finished 3rd as a Junior
•Francis Howell Kyle Thrasher Tournament Champion
•Selected All-District in Football
•Selected All-Conference In Football
•4 X Academic All- Conference in Wrestling
•3 X Academic All-Conference in Football
•Academic All-State in Football and Wrestling
High School career record: 136-31
Senior: 43-4
Junior: 33-2
Sophomore: 42-11
Freshman: 18-14
ABOUT RYAN
Nickname: Skittles
Birthday: 8/8/2001
Parents: Dan and Jennifer
Siblings: Darcy
HS coach’s name(s): Kevin Stroh
Greatest moment in wrestling: Winning state
People who have had the greatest influence in your life: My coach, parents, and grandma
Favorite athlete: Eddie Hall
Favorite entertainer: Chuck Norris
Favorite food: Steak and potatoes
Favorite book: Lord of the Flies
Favorite wrestling move: Knee pick
Favorite quote: Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.
Craziest ambition: To be able to do a back flip.
If I could meet one person: I would meet Ronald Reagan
I came to Maryville because: the opportunity to compete for a great team and earn a prestigious degree.
Best sports advice ever received: Hard work beats skill.
Treasured possessions: The hat my grandpa gave me after he died.
Something people don’t know about me: I do the splits
10 years from now: I hope to be teaching and coaching.
