Brent Matthews '78

Brent Matthews earned a total of 13 varsity letters as a member of the football, soccer, and track teams.

He was a four-year starter on the football team as a running back/defensive back. Brent was one of the leading rushers during his career and led the team in interceptions in 1976 and 1977. He earned All-County honors in 1975 and All-State honors in 1977. He was the co-captain of the 1977 state runner-up team and named the most valuable player his senior year.

A versatile athlete, Brent was a three-year starter in soccer, playing a variety of positions, and a member of the track team for six years. He was the 1974 district champion in the 440 dash, setting a school record, and was a member of the district champion 4x440 relay. Brent competed in the 1975, 1976, and 1977 state meets, placing in the 110 dash, 440 dash, and long jump. Brent continued his athletic career at Wofford College and was a member of their soccer team in 1979 and 1980.