Ricky Thomas

Position:
HWT
Height:
6-1
Class:
3rd Year
Hometown:
Edmond, Okla.
High School:
Edmond North

OKLAHOMA
• Posted a 9-7 record over two seasons, including a 7-5 mark as a freshman.
• Went 2-2 for the Sooners in the 2025-26 season.

EDMOND NORTH HIGH SCHOOL
• Earned Ironman All-American and state championship honors as a senior at Edmond North High School, competing at 285 pounds.
• Also earned Ironman All-American and state championship honors as a junior.
• Wrestled for head coach Andy Schneider at Edmond North.

PERSONAL
• Born in Sacramento, Calif., and resided in Edmond, Okla., before coming to Corvallis.
• Son of Richard and Erica Thomas; has two sisters, Ashley and Gabby.
• Intends to major in business management and construction management at Oregon State.
• On choosing Oregon State: "I chose Oregon State because it offers the opportunity to compete at a high level while continuing to grow as both a wrestler and a person. The coaching staff's commitment to developing athletes on and off the mat, the strong team culture, and the program's tradition of success made it the right fit for me. I believe Oregon State will challenge me to reach my full potential, help me achieve my goals in wrestling, and prepare me for success after my athletic career. The combination of excellent academics, a supportive environment, and a competitive wrestling program made Oregon State the clear choice for my future."
• Said what he likes most about wrestling is the discipline and the challenges.
• Favorite TV show is "South Park."