ShadowBurner has been a huge resource for our family over the last few years. Between his own experience as a student-athlete, being a father of 3 kids who played sports, and years of coaching experience…he is a literal wealth of knowledge. Layer that with a Masters in Sports Science heavily focused on psychology and it creates a specialized skill set as a mentor- for both parents and athletes. He gets to know and understand the athletes - it’s personal to him so that he can communicate and advise in the most effective perspective to the parents along the way. It truly is invaluable.”
Ansley C., Atlanta, GA
Matt has been an incredible resource and mentor for our family throughout our journey. Through his experience at Georgia ODP and his deep understanding of athlete development, he brings a level of insight that is truly invaluable.
What sets Matt apart is how personally invested he is in each athlete. He took the time to really understand our son not just as a player, but as a person which made all the difference during challenging moments. Whether it was guiding us through the next best steps or supporting our son through setbacks, Matt consistently provided honest feedback, encouragement, and perspective.
His support goes far beyond the field. The fact that he shows up to games on his personal time speaks volumes about his commitment and character. As a parent, having someone who not only develops your child as an athlete but also supports your family through the journey is rare.
We are truly grateful for Matt and the impact he continues to have on our family's soccera journey.
