University of Jamestown

Get to Know Matt...

Who or what inspired you to start playing basketball growing up?
I loved playing at a young age, and that love only grew as I got older.

Do you have any pregame superstitions or routines?
No

Tell us about your favorite basketball moment as a player or fan.
Going to watch March Madness with my dad and uncle.

Who is your favorite basketball player?
Kyrie Irving

What is one talent you have outside of the game of basketball?
I can solve a Rubik’s Cube.

What do you hope every Jimmie fan says after they see your team play?
That we play well together.

Why did you choose UJ and what do you like about being a Jimmie student-athlete?
I chose UJ because of my relationship with Coach Bruggeman and Coach Dak. The best part about being a student-athlete is that people know who you are.

High School
Matthew played at Mead High School. His team reached the Elite Eight in the playoffs. He was named Conference Player of the Year and earned First Team All-State honors.

Personal
Matthew is the son of David and Erika and has an older sister, Catherine.