Born in Arcola, Saskatchewan, Prestin Ryan played for the Yorkton Mallers in the SMAAAHL.

Ryan spent four seasons playing for the Black Bears in the Hockey East conference.

In the 2005–06 season, Ryan made his NHL debut, playing in one game, for the Vancouver Canucks.

[2] In the 2009–10 season, Ryan produced his highest totals in the DEL with 7 goals and 27 points in 47 games.

On August 26, 2010, the Canadian was on the move again and signed with the Iserlohn Roosters, where he replaced the tryout player David Walker.