Matt Wettersten

Matt joined WLFI in June of 2008 as a sports reporter. He graduated from Bradley University with a degree in Electronic Media and a minor in Spanish. While in school he worked at WMBD-TV as a sports photographer.

Being an avid golfer, Matt got an incredible opportunity to intern with KWQC-TV and assist them with their coverage of the John Deere Classic PGA Tour event. "It's truly incredible how many hours you put into this business, but waking up every morning knowing I am covering sports makes the days go fast."

A native of Wilmette, IL, Matt is thrilled to be covering Purdue and the entire Big Ten. He's just as excited to cover the local high school teams and can't wait to be part of the Friday Night Frenzy.
Matt's life revolves around sports and when he's not covering them, you can probably find him watching, playing, or talking about them.

Where did you grow up?

Wilmette, IL

What college did you attend?

Bradley University

What was your very first job?

Umpire for Little League Baseball

What is your favorite movie?

Field of Dreams

What is your favorite dessert?

Chocolate dipped cone from Dairy Queen (my friends and family refer to it as a "dipsky")

What type of radio station do you listen to?

Almost anything

What you most like to do in your free time?

Golf, ride my bike, hang out with friends

If you could meet any person, dead or alive, who would it be?

Michael Jordan

Your favorite sport to play?

3 way tie for first: Basketball, 16" softball, and golf

Your favorite sport to watch?

Basketball; the first day of the NCAA tournament is one of my favorite days of the year

How much sleep do you need?

8 hours

How much sleep do you get?

8 hours

Has any moment in television / reporting history influenced you?

Bob Costas' call when Michael Jordan buried the game winning jumper during game 6 of the 1998 NBA Finals, and Verne Lundquist's call when Tiger chipped in at 16 during the final round of the 2005 Masters.

Which holiday do you get into the most?

Christmas

What did your first day in news / TV teach you about the business?

I was in for some long, fun days

Your most memorable moment at WLFI?

Getting hired

Saying or motto you live by:

"Don't ever give up."
- Jim Valvano