Matthew Thompson

Class:
Junior
Hometown:
Solon, Ohio
High School:
Solon


• 200m: 22.54	• 200m: 22.66
• 300m: 35.47	• 400m: 51.46
• 400m: 50.58

2012 - FRESHMAN YEAR

INDOOR

• Recorded the squad's fastest time in the 300-meter dashby clocking a 35.47 at the Golden Flashes Gala

• Ran a season-best 22.54 in the 200-meter dash at theAkron Dual

• Ran a season-best 50.58 in the 400-meter dash at theYoungstown State Invitational

OUTDOOR

• Ran a season-best 22.66 in the 200-meter dash at theNortheast Ohio Quad

• Ran a season-best 51.46 in the 400-meter dash at theMiami Invitational

PRIOR TO KENT STATE
• Named most valuable sprinter and was a state qualifier inthe 200m
• 200m regional runner up
• Was the district champion on the 200m
• Also participated in the 4x200, 4x400, 4x100 relays
• Named school's most improved sprinte
• Was a two-sport letterwinner
• Ran for Cleveland Express, where he was coached by CurtisJackson
• Prep coach was Dan Iwan
• AAU Junior Olympic qualifier

PERSONAL
• Son of Anita and Alex Thompson
• Has five siblings: Nicole, Alex, Johnathan, Melissa andMartha
• Majoring in sports administration