Wayne State University Athletics

Doubles Match Results

2003: Compiled a 6-0 mark in singles competiton - 2-0 at No. 5 and 4-0 at No. 6 ... had an 11-2 mark at third doubles with Lech Czerwinski ... teamed with Sebastien Foka for an 18-3 record at third doubles including a 3-0 mark in the GLIAC tournament.

2002: Teamed with Hormis Tharakan to defeat Missouri-St. Louis (8-3)and Ferris State (8-6) in doubles play at the NCAA Great Lakes Regional Tournament in Big Rapids, Michigan.

High School: Earned four varsity tennis letters at L[apos]Anse Cruese Central High School under coach Craig Cutshaw ... collected MVP, all-city, and conference player of the year honors ... elected team captain for 1997-1998 ... also earned a varsity letter with the golf team in 1995.

Personal: Full name--Matthew Paul Akers ... born May 10, 1980 ... has one sister, Natalie (18) ... business management major ... member of the SAAC Committee college organization ... hobbies include golfing, camping, hunting, and traveling ... favorite athlete is Patrick Rafter.