Ricky Barker
- Born
- Nov 14, 1969 (56 years old)
- Events
- Decathlon · Heptathlon Short Track
Ricky Barker is a United States sprinter, born on November 14, 1969. He competes primarily in the 100m, 400m and 1500m.
His personal bests include 10.71 in the 100m, 48.42 in the 400m, 4:49.56 in the 1500m, 14.11 in the 110mH and 2.13 in the HJ. He has earned 1 gold medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing United States.
Personal best · Decathlon8404
2002 season best7.21Feb 2, 2002
Personal best · Heptathlon Short Track5969
As of Oct 29, 2026: Decathlon 8404 (#89 all-time), Heptathlon Short Track 5969, 2002 season best 7.21 (Feb 2, 2002) · 56 years old
Personal bests
WA points calculator →DisciplineResultAll-time
HJIndoorBarcelona 19952.131,028 pts–
* Wind-assisted (> 2.0 m/s)
Progression
| Season | Discipline | Result | Wind | Date | Competitions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | LJ | 7.21 | – | Feb 2, 2002 | – |
| 2002 | LJ Indoor | 7.21 | – | Feb 2, 2002 | Joplin, MO (USA) (i) |
| 2001 | HJ | 1.92 | – | Jun 21, 2001 | USA Championships |
| 2001 | PV | 4.50 | – | Jun 22, 2001 | Eugene, OR (USA) |
| 2001 | LJ | 6.94 | +3.0 | Jun 21, 2001 | USA Championships |
| 2001 | 100m | 11.11 | +0.0 | Jun 21, 2001 | USA Championships |
| 2001 | SP | 12.94 | – | Jun 21, 2001 | USA Championships |
| 2001 | 110mH | 14.58 | +2.3 | Jun 22, 2001 | Eugene, OR (USA) |