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Matt Buckley

2023 | MD: Bethesda
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Recruit Profile
High achieving multi-sport athlete and accomplished student. High sports IQ - consistently chosen by coaches for set pieces in high stakes situations. Competitive. Driven. Playmaker. Trusted teammate/leader.

I am a rising senior at Walt Whitman High School and a 2 sport athlete in lacrosse and basketball (I dropped football to focus on off-season training). Whether in lacrosse, basketball, or soccer (which I played at a high level until high school), I'm known as a determined competitor and motivating teammate, eager for coaching and training, with great judgment on the field (trusted by coaches across sports to take the ball with set pieces and situational plays). I think one of my greatest skills is that I make those around me better. I play with my head up and see and make plays. I am a threat to score with either hand, but always look for assists and have been credited for my vision on the field. I am a tough and physical defender. I earned first team all division, and second team all county as a junior and sophomore midfielder. I take my studies seriously and have a weighted cumulative GPA of 4.28 with multiple AP classes. I am active in my school and community, and was just awarded the US Presidential Volunteer Service Award for my leadership role with Families4Families, dedicated to monthly food drives for families facing food insecurity in Montgomery County (our Chapter was singled out by the national organization as the best in the region). I am determined to play lacrosse in college and balance athletics with my studies (hoping to major in business or economics) and contributing to campus life. I am confident I'm ready for the rigor and opportunities of college life, academics, and athletics.

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Athletics
Honors & Awards:
Selected for Varsity as Freshman; Selected 1st Team All Division and 2nd team all County for both my sophomore and junior seasons.
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Other HS Sports Played:
Basketball, Football
Play 2 Sports In College?
No
Relevant Lacrosse Accolades:
Selected for All Division 1st Team and All County 2nd team following sophomore and junior seasons.

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Coach Contacts
High School:
Walt Whitman High School
Coach:
Ryan Foringer
Team Name:
Vikings
Jersey Number:
2
Club Name:
DC Express Lacrosse
Coach:
Joey Severns
Team Name:
DC Express 2023 Black
Jersey Number:
22

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Academics
GPA (unweighted):
90-92; 3.7; A-
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Endorsements

Jeffrey Kashdin

Jun 29, 2022

I have had the opportunity to watch Matt develop into the top midfielder for the Whitman Vikings and for the DC Express 2023 Black Team over the last few years. Bucks plays the game with poise and passion. He is a two handed, head-up dodger who can feed with both hands. He dodges with purpose and can create offense in a multitude of ways. He has developed into a solid defensive midfielder, and has competed between the lines with other top midfielders at the HS level. When the game is on the line, Matt wants the ball in his stick. Off the field, Matt is a tireless worker, amazing teammate, and is always looking to improve his game. Matt has the ability to make a significant impact at the next level and will be a positive add to any locker-room.

Andrew Roswell

Jun 12, 2022

Matt has worked extremely hard over the last couple of years to develop into a player capable of playing at the next level. He has a knack for creating scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. His dodging style is highly effective as he has good shiftiness but remains under control to get a shot or a pass. When he shoots the ball he puts it to good locations with power. Matt has developed both of his hands and can confidently finish with his left. He is a leader on the field and is extremely coachable. He loves the game of lacrosse and will continue to develop his skills.

Joey Severns

Nov 5, 2021

Matt has been a valued member of our club and brings a ton of great qualities to our team. He has the ability to be a true two way midfielder and his size and athleticism enables him to make an impact on both ends of the field. Offensively he has developed into a very balanced offensive threat, and he can create opportunities for himself but also dodges with his head up and can create opportunities for his teammates. I've seen a tremendous amount of growth from Matt in a short period of time, and he demonstrates his desire to be a top player every week with his commitment and hard work on the field. He is very coachable and has a great demeanor and work ethic. Matt has the ability to make an impact at the next level both on the field and in the locker room as a leader and teammate.

Ryan Foringer

Oct 12, 2021

Matt is a versatile player on the field. Offensively, he has great hands and vision for his teammates. He is a powerful shooter and solid inside finisher. Defensively he is a physical, positional midfielder with good field sense. His field vision on the clear creates offensive transition opportunities for us. He is committed to self improvement, hardworking, competitive, extremely coachable and a leader by example.

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