Personal Statement
My name is Max Matthews, I first started playing basketball at the age of 6 in Australia and I have been in love with the sport ever since. Consequently, I am a fiercely determined worker on and off the court, trying to do everything I can to succeed with my dream of becoming a professional basketball player. I have represented my region in the England national tournament at the u11, u13, and u15 levels as well as being selected for the BTM select team to play AAU basketball in Boston. This year I was awarded the MIP for the entire EABL (Elite Academy Basketball League) and MVP at the club level. I pride myself on being a tenacious defender and taking away the opponent's main threat. On the offensive end, I am a three-way scorer, looking to play out of ball screens. This year I have been blessed with the opportunity to take my talents to Italy and depending on the opportunities that come about, I will decide whether to stay in Europe and sign my first professional contract or go to an American college.
