Ryker Waite Pronunciation
Head coach Tim Corbin on Waite: “Ryker brings nonstop energy to the game and truly only knows one speed. He was the youngest player on our team last year and showed maturity beyond his years in how he handled the season. Ryker trained behind Johnny Vastine all year, stayed patient, and chose to work harder rather than look elsewhere for opportunities. He has true middle-infield feet, glove, and arm, and has learned to play with greater tempo and rhythm. A switch hitter with strength in his bat, he has also improved his short game and baserunning. Ryker had a breakout summer in the Cape Cod League with championship-winning Bourne, where his competitiveness and toughness consistently stood out. He is dependable, and steady in his approach—you always know where he is and what he is going to give you. Ryker is also a very good student who takes pride in all areas of his development.”
As a Sophomore (2026)
• Hit a grand slam vs. Eastern Michigan (Feb. 18)
• First collegiate hit was a home run vs. Texas Tech at Globe Life Field (Feb. 14)
As a Freshman (2025)
• Made eight appearances
• Recorded two walks, an RBI, a run scored and stole one bag
The Waite File
• Attended Queen Creek H.S. in Queen Creek, Ariz.
• Ranked No. 12 overall prospect and No. 3 SS in Arizona by Perfect Game
• 2024 Perfect Game West All-Region first team
• 2023 Perfect Game West All-Region second team
• 2022 Perfect Game West All-Region honorable mention
• Competed for Boca Raton Blazers in the SFCBL in 2024, breaking the league record for stolen bases with 54
• Hit .423 as a junior with 12 doubles, three triples, three home runs and 27 RBI
• 2022-24 All-State and All-Region selection
• 2022-24 Defensive Player of the Year
• Helped Queen Creek to state championship in 2024, runner-up in 2023
• Academic All-Region
• Great grandfather, Verne Waite, played basketball at BYU
• Has a brother, Kaden, and sister, Hadley