Matthew Collum '25 Recruiting Profile

I grew up in a home where education was always the first priority.  My mother is an attorney and my father has a Bachelor’s degree and works in sales.  In and out of school, I strive to be the best student and person I can be.  I want to set a good example for those around me.  I am respectful in all situations of my peers, coaches, teachers, and supervisors.

At a young age my parents introduced me to a variety of sports, including basketball, baseball, soccer, and golf.  In the eighth grade, I decided to focus on golf, though I still enjoy playing basketball recreationally.  I began taking individual lessons and playing nearly every day.  This led me to a spot on the Grapevine High School Golf Team.  I am proud to represent my school, both at school tournaments as well as at Junior PGA tournaments.  I love the sport and work everyday to improve my game.

At the age of 12, I started refereeing soccer games to earn extra money.  I am also quite passionate about collecting athletic shoes; and began purchasing and reselling at the age of 13.  I invest most of my profits into golf gear.

When I am on the course, I bring the values instilled in me by my parents.  I work hard, am respectful of others, and approach the game with determination and gratitude.  I am always willing to lend a helping hand to my teammates and other golfers in my group.  I try to stay positive and am always motivated to improve throughout each round.