Ryan Hecker signed a National Letter of Intent to attend the University of San Francisco for the 2018-2019 year. The left-handed pitcher had just finished his senior year at North Kitsap High School, in Poulsbo, WA. Hecker boasted impressive numbers including a 1.75 ERA in 36 innings pitched with 49 strikeouts, as well as batting .433. His stats are 6', 175 lbs.
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In his junior year, Hecker impressed when he was a leader on a 20-5 North Kitsap team, while also being named the Olympic League 2A Most Valuable Player honors. During that season, Hecker posted a 6-2 record with 1.86 ERA, 80 strikeouts and 52 2/3 innings pitched.
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"Ryan's athleticism and competitive drive will give him a chance to compete for innings as a freshman," said Giarratano. "The Hilltop is a perfect place for a Ryan's development. He already has command of three pitches and the mindset to compete at a very high level. With its history of developing pitchers, USF is a great fit for Ryan. He's a super competitive kid with three pitch command and a high ceiling," said Boys of Summer Head Coach Kevin Ticen. "I'm excited for him to get down there and get after it in the weight room and go through a great throwing program and see him strive for that ceiling. He'll be a force in the WCC when he does (USFAthletics)."
After one seaon at USF, he transferred to Bellevue College, and earned a Bachelors at Washington State University.Â
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