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Matt Anderson (volleyball)
Encyclopedia
Matthew John Anderson is an American
professional volleyball player. Anderson was an All-American outside hitter at Penn State
for three years.
and graduated from West Seneca West High School in 2006. In his senior year, he led the boys volleyball team to a 17-0 regular-season record. In 2004, the team was the 2004 Division I champions. He played club volleyball for Eden Volleyball Club in Eden, New York
. Anderson followed an uncharacteristic growth path in his youth - only reaching his full height (6'10") as a Sophomore at Penn State. His original position was middle - playing that in his Sophomore and Junior seasons of high school. As he became more acclimated to the game he spent more time at Outside and at Right-side for Eden VBC. He ranks amongst the top alumni of the distinguished club to this day.
against Pepperdine. He was named the NCAA Championship Most Outstanding Player for his 29 kill performance against the Waves. Other awards for 2008 include EIVA Player of the Year, AVCA National Player of the Year, AVCA First Team All-America, and All-EIVA First Team.
of the Korea
n league. In his debut season, Anderson helped the Skywalkers claim first in the regular season before losing 3-1 in the championship series. Anderson currently plays in the Italian League for Tonno Callipo Volley since July 2010.
Chungmu Gymnagium on February 15, 2009. The Triple-Crown is the record that a player get more than three blocks, three back attacks, and three serve aces in a game of Korean V-league. At this game, he recorded three blocks, three back attacks, and four serve aces. So he can get the Triple-Crown award and get about 900 dollars price.
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
professional volleyball player. Anderson was an All-American outside hitter at Penn State
Penn State Nittany Lions men's volleyball
Penn State has had a long tradition with their men's volleyball program. Founded in 1976 by Tom Tait, Tait coached the team from 1976–1989, and was named a USA Volleyball All-Time great coach in 2007....
for three years.
Personal
Anderson was born in Buffalo, New YorkBuffalo, New York
Buffalo is the second most populous city in the state of New York, after New York City. Located in Western New York on the eastern shores of Lake Erie and at the head of the Niagara River across from Fort Erie, Ontario, Buffalo is the seat of Erie County and the principal city of the...
and graduated from West Seneca West High School in 2006. In his senior year, he led the boys volleyball team to a 17-0 regular-season record. In 2004, the team was the 2004 Division I champions. He played club volleyball for Eden Volleyball Club in Eden, New York
Eden, New York
Eden is a town located south of Buffalo, in Erie County, New York, USA. The population was 8,076 at the 2000 census. The basis for choosing the town's name is unknown....
. Anderson followed an uncharacteristic growth path in his youth - only reaching his full height (6'10") as a Sophomore at Penn State. His original position was middle - playing that in his Sophomore and Junior seasons of high school. As he became more acclimated to the game he spent more time at Outside and at Right-side for Eden VBC. He ranks amongst the top alumni of the distinguished club to this day.
Penn State
Anderson finished his career with 1,212 kills and 82 aces, both which rank in the top 13 in Penn State history. He had a decorated career, especially in 2008 as he helped lead the Nittany Lions to their second ever NCAA Men's Volleyball ChampionshipNCAA Men's Volleyball Championship
The NCAA Men's Volleyball Championship is the tournament that determines the national championship of American college volleyball.The "Final Four" is a term used exclusively by NCAA Basketball but is commonly used to describe the Men's Volleyball Championship...
against Pepperdine. He was named the NCAA Championship Most Outstanding Player for his 29 kill performance against the Waves. Other awards for 2008 include EIVA Player of the Year, AVCA National Player of the Year, AVCA First Team All-America, and All-EIVA First Team.
International competition
- 2009
- FIVB World League
- 2008
- America's Cup
- Pan American Cup (Gold Medal)
Professional
On July 1, 2008, he announced he would forgo his 2009 senior year at Penn State and signed a professional contract with Hyundai Capital SkywalkersHyundai Capital Skywalkers
Cheonan Hyundai Capital Skywalkers is a Korean professional volleyball team founded in 1983 and changed as a professional in 2005. They are based in Cheonan and are members of the Korea Volleyball Federation. Their home stadium is Yu Gwan-Sun Gymnasium in Cheonan...
of the Korea
Korea
Korea ) is an East Asian geographic region that is currently divided into two separate sovereign states — North Korea and South Korea. Located on the Korean Peninsula, Korea is bordered by the People's Republic of China to the northwest, Russia to the northeast, and is separated from Japan to the...
n league. In his debut season, Anderson helped the Skywalkers claim first in the regular season before losing 3-1 in the championship series. Anderson currently plays in the Italian League for Tonno Callipo Volley since July 2010.
Korean V-League
He had recorded called "the Triple-crown" at DaejeonDaejeon
Daejeon is South Korea's fifth largest metropolis and the provincial capital of Chungnam. Located in the center of the country, Daejeon had a population of over 1.5 million in 2010. It is at the crossroads of Gyeongbu railway, Honam railway, Gyeongbu Expressway, and Honam Expressway. Within the...
Chungmu Gymnagium on February 15, 2009. The Triple-Crown is the record that a player get more than three blocks, three back attacks, and three serve aces in a game of Korean V-league. At this game, he recorded three blocks, three back attacks, and four serve aces. So he can get the Triple-Crown award and get about 900 dollars price.