Blue Devil Athlete Spotlight: Matt Dietz (Boys' Tennis)

Leominster boys’ tennis coach Mark Mogé knew very early on he had something special in Matt Dietz.

“It wasn’t long into his freshman season that I realized that Matthew Dietz was going to be a special part of Blue Devil tennis,” Mogé said.  “Even as  a freshman, Matt had the character skills that coaches look for in a player.  On the performance side he is hard working, competitive, positive and accountable.  On the moral side he is unselfish, honest, respectful and humble.”

That makeup allowed Matt to be named captain for his sophomore season and is a big reason why Matt is the number one singles player on the Blue Devil squad this year.   

“With those same skills Matthew is sure to be successful in whatever he chooses to do in life,” Mogé added.  

Matt’s first year of tennis was his freshman year here at LHS.

“I got introduced to tennis just by observing,” Matt said.  “I watched it a few times on TV, but didn't think of playing it until I wanted to find a spring sport to play for the school.”

Since that decision, Matt has not looked back.

“I like how you are able to work individually, but also as a team,” Matt said.  “There is a lot of technique to playing tennis and I enjoy practicing my skills.”

“I like the community aspect,” Matt added, speaking about playing on the LHS team.  “It's fun having a close knit group of friends that you are part of a team with.”

Matt said he has learned a lot from Coach Mogé. 

“My head coach is a super relaxed and laid back person,” Matt said.  “He has taught me everything I know about tennis and has helped me become a leader of my team as a captain.  I love being able to work with him to refine my serve or learn new skills.”

As for next year, Matt has his plans solidified.

“I am going to go to college for flight science, which will prepare me to become a professional commercial pilot,” Matt said.  “This course will contain classroom time, as well as practical flying time to get my licenses.”

Here at LHS, Matt has been part of student government since his sophomore year and is on the CTEi Advisory Council.  

Matt said he really enjoys being a part of the CTEi ISSN program as well.

“My favorite class at school so far has been my shop class, ISSN,” Matt said.  “My favorite teacher is Mr. Still, who is the instructor for that trade.”

Outside of school, Matt enjoys flying, photography and cars.