"If you are naturally fast, he will love you and he will be a great coach towards you. He is amazing at what he does but he picks a few favorites and uses them to inspire the other teammates. It does not work. He is very hypocritical. Acts like he cares about academics and mental health but has destroyed so many swimmer's mental health. "

"Matt definitely values athletic skill over academic performance. For anyone with any mental health/eating disorder issues, this is not the program to be in, as it will likely get worse based on the way he runs this program. I didn't find his practices or coaching style to be helpful to my development as a swimmer, but other people have done well. "

"Matt runs a championship program. While I don't agree with all of his methodology, I would choose to be coached by him again, undoubtedly. He sets high standards. Yet, he is deeply invested in the academics and character of his swimmers. Much of my growth in college came as a result of having Matt as my coach, and for that I am incredibly grateful."