Matthew Averill

I'm a calm leader, balancing academics, sports and leisure; laughing, riding my longboard, listening to music, and hanging out with friends. Being authentic to myself; going to church, spending time with family, helping others, and striving to listen with an open mind contribute to my happiness.

Baseball; 2 years- Starting RH pitcher, threw a no-hitter my sophomore year on JV and moved up to varsity for the playoffs. Football; 4 years- Center, Long Snapper, and Defensive End, CCS D4 Runner-Up. My team has moved up two divisions. Golf; 2 years- Qualified for CCS my freshman year on varsity.

The small learning communities at my high school provided a safe environment of equality, personalized advisory classes, shared decision-making, and a rigorous learning experience; from the WWI Reenactment of Battle at Dawn to the Golding Trial to the Congressional Simulation and Senior Defense.

Prep2Prep is in Internet publishing and broadcasting business for high school sports. I contact the coaches in advance to let them know, attend the high school sporting event, interview key players, record vital statistics, report game story video, tweet score updates, and submit written articles.

Acolyte Team Captain - I'm committed, sincere, adaptable, have prompt and regular attendance, and oversee my team while serving at the altar. Church Lector - Comfortable standing in front of others and reading. Camp Counselor - Mentor kids, a highly coveted role for which many young adults compete.

Young Men's Service League, 4 years -My mom and I volunteer at local philanthropies to feed the homeless, clean beaches, and deliver meals to the elderly. President's Service Award x4 years. Sierra Service Project, 2 years -My dad and I have helped rebuild homes low-income neighborhoods.

Percussion/Jazz Band; 3 years-Performed in high school concerts, festivals, and pep band. Piano; 8 years-Lessons at home, played piano in my high school Jazz Combo Group for events. I also spent a summer playing the piano for the Berkeley Jazz Conservatory Funk Ensemble. Viola; 3 years Orchestra.