University of Pittsburgh Athletics
Meet The New Panthers: Matthew Thompson
9/27/2019 12:29:00 PM | Track & Field
Name: Matthew Thompson
Class: Freshman, 2023
Hometown: Nassau Bahamas
Previous School: Queen's College High School
Events: 400m / 400m hurdles
Describe Yourself Using 3 Emojis:
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What is your favorite song?
Right Back – Khalid ft. A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie
If you could have one actor/actress play you in a move who would it be?
Michael B. Jordan
What is the farthest you have been from home?
Kenya, Africa
What app do you use most on your phone?
Instagram
Why did you choose Pitt?
Pitt was the best fit for me, I felt. The combination of the environment, education, and athletics was perfect for me.
What are you studying?
Finance
Who introduced you to track & field / specifically your event?
My previous coach
Who is your favorite professional athlete of all-time?
Usain Bolt
Do you have any pre-meet rituals?
Listen to music
What is something my people don't know about you?
I used to swim competitively when I was younger
#H2P | Twitter | Instagram
Class: Freshman, 2023
Hometown: Nassau Bahamas
Previous School: Queen's College High School
Events: 400m / 400m hurdles
Describe Yourself Using 3 Emojis:
????
What is your favorite song?
Right Back – Khalid ft. A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie
If you could have one actor/actress play you in a move who would it be?
Michael B. Jordan
What is the farthest you have been from home?
Kenya, Africa
What app do you use most on your phone?
Why did you choose Pitt?
Pitt was the best fit for me, I felt. The combination of the environment, education, and athletics was perfect for me.
What are you studying?
Finance
Who introduced you to track & field / specifically your event?
My previous coach
Who is your favorite professional athlete of all-time?
Usain Bolt
Do you have any pre-meet rituals?
Listen to music
What is something my people don't know about you?
I used to swim competitively when I was younger
#H2P | Twitter | Instagram
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