Matthew Bennett grew up in Whitney Point, NY and is a member of the First Baptist Church of Whitney Point. He graduated in 2002 from Whitney Point High School where he was All-Conference in both football and baseball.  He went on to attend Davis College where he played three years of volleyball and was a four year starter for the soccer team before graduating in 2007 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Religious Education and a concentration in Counseling.

            During his time on the soccer team, Matt played a vital role as a leader in the Falcons soccer program.  As a Co-Captain his senior year, he helped guide the Falcons to their first Regional Championship appearance in 2006. Through his athletic career, Matt has come to learn what it takes to win, but more importantly, the responsibility of a Christian athlete to represent Christ using the gifts and abilities with which God has enabled him.

            Since January of 2009, Matt has been the Men’s Resident Director at Davis College. He was also an Assistant Coach for the 2009 Men’s Soccer team, and will be the Head Coach for the 2010 season. Matt brings to the position a vast amount of athletic experience and a strong desire to cultivate the growth of his players both on and off the field. Participation in athletics develops teamwork, dedication, perseverance, and humility, all skills vital in both life and ministry. 

In 2005, he married Stephanie Lockcuff from Jersey Shore, PA and in 2009, God blessed them with their daughter, Callie. They are expecting their second child in February of 2011.