Matt Augustin

Height:
6-1
Weight:
180
Class:
Senior
Hometown:
Silver Lake, Ohio
High School:
Walsh Jesuit

as a Junior (2006)- Appeared in 11 games, making 10 starts ... part of a back line that posted nine shutouts on the season ... hampered by injury early in the season ... started a three-game stretch from Oct. 18-24 as the Zips went 3-0 and outscored their opponent, 9-1.

as a Sophomore (2005)- Started all 21 games played ... scored his first career goal at Connecticut (Nov. 27) as the Zips advanced to the Elite Eight in the NCAA Tournament ... contributed to a school-record 15 shutouts amongst defenders on the season ... member of a defense that led the nation in goals-against average (0.50) ... had an assist in a 3-0 win at Buffalo (Oct. 7) ... two shots came in the last two regular-season home contests against Michigan (Oct. 28) and Kentucky (Oct. 30).

as a Freshman (2004)- Appeared in 14 games, making 13 starts, including the final eight matches of the season ... gained valuable experience in the backfield under the tutelage of four-time All-MAC performer Cameron Knowles ... took a season-high two shot attempts in Akron’s 1-0 loss to Western Michigan (Oct. 15) ... played a pivotal role in five Akron shutouts, including a 4-0 romp over MAC foe Bowling Green (Nov. 5).

at Walsh Jesuit High School- Member of 2000 and 2001 Division II state runners-up squads at Walsh Jesuit ... three-year starter ... named team MVP in 2003 ... played club soccer with the Mentor Impact and Cleveland Force Juniors. ... three-time ODP Ohio-North State team member (2001-03) ... 2003 Ohio-North state champions ... 2002 Super Y League national runners-up.

Personal- Parents are Tom and Mary Ellen Augustin ... cousin Vince LaGuardia also plays for Akron ... majoring in mechanical engineering ... serves as president of the Student-Athlete Advisory Council (SAAC).