
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Greensburg Salem LB/WR Anthony Matthews
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Billy Splain | July 9, 2025
Anthony Matthews
LB/WR
Greensburg Salem
Class Of 2026
Jersey #4
HT/WT 6’0/190
Other sports Baseball
Have you won any awards?
Honorable Mention Linebacker
Twitter @Anthony84427952
Coach says: “Anthony is a 4 year starter at Linebacker. He has a made valuable contributions on the defensive side of the ball and looks to make an impact on offense this year as well.
Let’s get to know Anthony!
Why do you play football?
I think playing football turns you into a man and i also enjoy being in the community
Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?
Kobe, he didn’t take anything from anyone and continued to do what others could never imagine
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:
My sack against Derry, hit the kid pretty hard and it set the tone
What was your toughest game in 2024 season?
EF, they had lots of size and speed
What are your goals for this coming season?
To make 1st team all conference and enjoy my final season
Who is the best player you ever lined up against?
Quinton Martin
What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why?
2018 superbowl since tom brady lost
What do you consider your best play ever?
Interception against SA sophomore year
Tell everyone why you think football is good for a community
Brings the people together and gives bonds that last a life time along with memories
Name one thing that you’d love to do in football that may never happen?
Catch a hail mary to win it
Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like? WHY?
i don’t really have someone i want to be like but id choose my dad since he’s wise
Do you enjoy watching other teams in your school compete?
Yes especially if my friends play
Is there anyone in your family, besides your parents, you could consider your biggest fan? Who, Why?
My friends because they always support me
When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and WHY?
Get on play station for sure. I just like to relax
What is your favorite play to run?
blitz off the edge
what is your favorite pregame ritual?
smelling salts
Music of choice:
mostly rap but i can get down to anything
Best thing you ever got from a teammate? Why?
The memories of being on the team, they’ll last a lifetime
Best Pizza topping?
Pepperoni
What is your favorite vacation destination?
the beach so i can relax
If you could attend any sports event for free what would it be?
Superbowl if Steelers are in it
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