Matt Thompson was born and raised in the Columbus area. He has been playing the game of soccer the majority of his life. He started at the age of four and continues to currently play. He has an incredible passion for the game and a strong desire to use his gift of soccer to teach youth not only the fundamentals of the game, but also the fundamentals of life, especially the good news of Jesus Christ. Over the past four years, Matt has coached Upward sports, led mission soccer camps and assisted GCA soccer in 2010.
Matt is currently enrolled in the Seminary at Liberty University. He is married to Ronae and they have 4 sons and a daughter from Ethiopia.
2011 Award Winners
Heart and Hustle: Gabe Genovesi
Coaches’ Award: Caleb Morton
MVP: Nick Lawless
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