Matt Masatani
Torrance, Calif.
Class of 2021
Why did you chose Central?
Ever since my first visit, I automatically felt welcomed to the wrestling family. Everyone was genuine, kind, and excited that they had another sparring partner and brother.
Favorite professor and why?
I don't have a favorite professor. Every professor that I have had has always been there and wants you to succeed.
You’re majoring in Biochemistry because?
I am majoring in Biochemistry because of my future plans in going to the medical field.
Besides athletics, what else are you involved in on campus?
OLAS, Pre-med club
Who are your go-to musical artists?
Lil Uzi Vert, Kid Cudi, J. Cole, NWA
How has attending Central and playing a sport impacted your life?
Having the opportunity to attend Central and wrestle at a high level has allowed me to become part of a family and push myself to the limits.
If you could live in any TV show, which one would it be and why?
Avatar: The Last Airbender, just so I could ride appa and say “Appa, yip yip!”
Most embarrassing moment?
The most embarrassing moment in college had to be when I tripped and almost drowned in a puddle outside of Gaass ruining all my clothes.
What’s your ideal dream job?
Becoming a Physician Assistant specializing in pediatrics.
What is one thing you miss about being a kid?
Not sure yet, I'm still a kid.
Favorite TV Show
I dont have a favorite TV show, although The Mandalorian is sick.
What’s it like to wrestle for Coach Van Kley?
Wrestling for Coach VK has been rewarding as it not only made me become a better wrestler but a better student and overall person.
What’s your favorite part about being a member of Central wrestling?
My favorite part about being a part of the Central Wrestling family is the Fun Run because no matter how tired I felt or they felt, we all kept pushing each other.
What do you hope to be doing 10 years from now?
In 10 years I hope to be working as a pediatric physician assistant at a hospital as well as running COD lobbies with the homies.
Favorite food from Central Market?
The ice cream on Wednesdays
Bucket list
Going to a different country with Pod 112 for a week.
