Matthew White '28 Recruiting Profile

I have been playing basketball since I was 5. I enjoy the sport so much I try and get out there everyday. My shooting and ball handling skills are strong. During my off time I do strength training and track and field as well as continuing to practice my basketball skills. I enjoy playing basketball for school as well as spring and summer league plus a fun 3v3 fall league with our local AAO. 

I am so passionate for basketball where any chance I get to attend a dribble, shoot around, basketball workout or one on one time I try to be there! I have been told I am very teachable and self motivated I want to succeed do my best and continue to be better! I love basketball and I cannot see myself attending college without it being a part of my life as it is now. Basketball is my identity. 

I am honored to say my grandfather played basketball for Pitt and also worked in college athletics. My uncle was also a college athlete as he played tennis for NC State and he is currently a tennis pro.  Athletics is in my blood and we love to compete!

I have moved around a lot due to my dad being in college athletics, so I am open to all colleges and universities.  However I ultimately want the best fit academically while also being at a high level of competition on the court.  

I am a hard worker not only on the court but off in my academics as well. I continue to maintain a strong GPA. I realize my academics are just as important for attending a top ranked university. I want a college which will help me grow in academics as well as on the court. I want to play basketball in college, but also be a role model for my community and make my family and God proud. God and family are so important to me; I know I would not be where I am today without them.