Linfield University Athletics

OTAY RANCH HIGH SCHOOL
Finished third in school history with 1,095 total career points.
Scored 506 points his final season, netting double figures in 25 of 29 games.
Recorded 103 assists as a senior.
Led team in: points, rebounds, assists, and steals per game during senior year.
2023-24 Season Stats (Sr.): 17.6 PPG, 6.4 RPG, 3.6 APG, 2.1 SPG.
Rankings in San Diego Section Div. 1 (Per MaxPreps): #9 in PPG (17.6), #6 in RPG (6.4), #5 in FT made (102), #7 in APG (3.6).
2024 Mission Fed. Credit Union Winter Student-Athlete of the Year.
2024 Metro Mesa 1st Team All-League.
2023 Mission Prep Christmas Classic All-Tournament. 
2023 Mission Bay Thanksgiving Classic All-Tournament Team. 
2022 Visit Mesa Basketball Challenge All-Tournament Team. 
2021 Torrey Pines Holiday Classic Championship Player of the Game, scoring 21 points.
Member of two CIF San Diego Div. 2 Championship Runner-Up teams (2022 & 2023).
Led Otah Ranch to two CIF state playoff appearances (2022 & 2023). 
Helped Otay Ranch capture the 2021 Torrey Pines Holiday Classic championship.
 
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Majoring in management.
Graduated from Otay Ranch High School.
Son of Percy Jr and Anntonika Whittaker.
 
WHAT ARE THE REASONS YOU CHOSE TO ATTEND LINFIELD? I chose Linfield University because, during my college visits, it was the most welcoming of the four schools I visited. The strong athletic program, including a competitive basketball team with dedicated coaching and athlete support, stood out to me. Linfield also has a solid academic reputation, offering a great balance between academics and athletics. I loved the athletic facilities, especially the Ted Wilson Gymnasium, and appreciated the strong sense of community and the robust support system for athletes. I truly feel I can grow and excel here.
 
WHAT DOES BEING A STUDENT-ATHLETE AT LINFIELD MEAN TO YOU? Being a student-athlete at Linfield means being a Wildcat with pride and representing the school with high standards, both on and off the court. It's about discipline, teamwork, leadership, and resilience-qualities that extend beyond athletics and shape who I am as a person. It's not just about excelling in my sport, but also about developing lifelong skills that will prepare me for success in the future. At Linfield, being a student-athlete means striving for excellence in everything I do, while also building a strong foundation for my personal and professional development.
 
HOW HAS PARTICIPATING IN SPORTS MADE YOU A BETTER PERSON? Participating in sports, especially basketball since I was six, has taught me valuable life lessons like building relationships, staying dedicated, and developing resilience. It’s shaped who I am today by teaching me how to overcome challenges, stay focused, and work as part of a team. These experiences have made me more disciplined, determined, and accountable.
 
WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN 10 YEARS? In 10 years I hope to have a career in basketball.