Matt Conte Class: Sophomore Hometown: Thornton, Pa. High School: Malvern Preparatory School Height / Weight: 5-11 / 175 Position: Midfielder Birthdate: 05/27/1989 Experience: One-Year Letterman Major: Undeclared

Coach Joe Breschi on Matt Conte
•Still making the transition from high school to college
•Understands what is expected to become a big-time player
•Works hard and hustles every day

Pronunciation Guide: CON-tay

Prep: Was ranked as the No. 94 recruit in the country in the senior class of 2008 by Inside Lacrosse magazine...played four years of varsity lacrosse...graduate from Malvern Prepatory School in Malvern, Pa. in June 2008...his high school lax team competed in three state final fours, won one state championship and was ranked in the Top 20 in the nation three years in a row...a first-team All-League, All-Area and All-City selection...honor roll student.

Personal: Matthew Francis Conte is the son of Phillip and Linda Conte...was born May 27, 1989 in West Chester, Pa. ...nicknamed Fran...has an older brother, Phillip, 21, and a younger sister, Lauren, 16.

The Magic Of Matt
Academic Major at Carolina: Undeclared
Career Plans: Work for the Philadelphia Phillies or Philadelphia Eagles
Athlete I Most Admire: Chris Coste
Biggest Sports Thrill: Winning the state championship my sophomore year
People Who Have Had The Greatest Influence On My Athletic Career: My family
Favorite Book: Moneyball by Michael M. Lewis
Favorite Food: Steak
Favorite Movie: Batman Begins
Favorite TV Show: South Park
Favorite Website to Visit: You Gotta See It To Believe It