Matt Petiton Class: Junior Hometown: Garden City, N.Y. High School: Garden City Height / Weight: 6-1 / 194 Position: LHP B/T: L/L

GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL
Prep All-America pitcher out of Garden City High School • Played four years for coach Rich Smith • Louisville Slugger All-America as a junior and senior • Two-time all-state and two-time All-Island choice • Four-time all-county honoree • As a junior, won the conference MVP award and the Diamond Award, which is presented to the best pitcher in Nassau County • Also played soccer and basketball • Principal's List student all four years • Played summer ball with the Bayside Yankees.

PERSONAL
Matthew John Petiton is the son of John and Kim Petiton • Born Jan. 2, 1988, in Manhasset, N.Y. • Has one older sister • Has not declared a major • Favorite movies are "Anchorman" and "Braveheart" • Lists favorite pro teams as the New York Mets and New York Giants • Modeled his game after favorite pitcher Barry Zito • Enjoys reading the Harry Potter book series.