"Academically, athletically, and musically
he (Mattie) is one of our school's shining
stars...unselfish, yet very focused.
"His
strengths do not end at his talents and
accomplishments - Mattie is also an individual of
exceptional character."
Dan Miekstyn,
FGR Instructor, and one-time McDonalds'
National Teacher of the Year
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"As an
opposing coach, but one who has watched this young
man work in the off-season, I have developed a
considerable respect for Mattie's work ethic, his
passion for baseball, for his dedication to
self-improvement, and for the respect he accords
others."
John H. Dudley, Jr., Head
Baseball Coach, Ann Arbor Greenhills and
attorney-at-law
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"While arguably the best
high school player in Washtenaw County as he
begins his senior year, Mattie is one of the
absolute best I've ever seen at blending
high-level athletics with striking achievement in
the arts and in school. What's more, he is
just a lot of fun, and a terrific teammate,
too."
Geoff Larcom, former sports
editor, Ann Arbor News, now Executive Director of
Media Relations, Eastern Michigan University
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"Having Mattie on your team is like having a professional,
in terms of his terrific attitude, work ethic, and
his disciplined approach to both the game and his
team."
Don Spencer,
FGR assistant basketball coach
