Sophomore (2009):
Matthews appeared in 11 games out of the bullpen during hissophomore season, recording a 5.09 earned run average. Hestruck out eight batters in 17.2 inning pitched, holding opponentsto a .274 batting average. Through his first six outings ofthe season, Matthews did not allow an earned run, allowing justseven hits in 7.2 innings.
Freshman (2008):
Matthews appeared in four games out of the bullpen for theEagles, striking out six batters in 3.2 innings pitched. Overhis last two outings, he did not allow a run, while giving up justone hit and striking out four, over two innings pitched.
Career Statistics:
| Year | G-GS | W | L | S | SO | ERA |
| 2008 | 4-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 9.82 |
| 2009 | 11-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 5.09 |
| TOTAL | 15-0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 5.91 |
Prior to Emory:
Attended Trinity Preparatory School, where he played on thebaseball team for four years, and served as the team's captainduring his senior season... Was named the team's most valuableplayer in 2006, and the most valuable defensive player in 2007...Recorded a 2.50 earned run average during his senior season,helping his team to become the runners up in Class 3A... Wascoached by Dale Salapa in high school, and also played basketballand ran cross country.
Personal:
Born on April 2, 1989.
Quote:
"I chose Emory because it was the school that recruited me themost, and I really appreciated it. Also, the academics are great,and the coaches are very knowledgeable."
