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Dallas Baptist University Athletics

2026 Men's Cross Country Roster

Ryker Haivala

  • Class Sophomore
  • Hometown Yantis, TX
  • Prev School Miller Grove HS

Biography

2025 (FRESHMAN)
Competed in four events in his first collegiate season ... Made his Patriot debut and posted a 59th place finish in the 5k at the Gerald Ritchey Invitational (9/5) ... Recorded a season-best 16th place finish in the 8k at the Hill Cross Country Classic (9/26). 

HIGH SCHOOL
Four-year letterman at Miller Grove High School … Coached by Randa Ramsey and Kevin Kuhn ... Was a state champion in the 1600 and 3200 meters and won seven regional titles during his prep career.

PERSONAL
Born on February 22, 2007 … Parents are Joshua and Kimberley Haivala … Majoring in Business Management … Favorite Bible verse is 2 Timothy 4:7. 
 

Historical Player Information

  • 2025Freshman

  • 2026Sophomore