2023 6’1 Matty Foor has been a name in South Carolina that has certainly caught the attention of college programs. He had a solid showing at the Phenom Summer Havoc, as we were able to catch up with the rising point guard to learn about the latest in his recruitment, his summer, and much more.
Right now, he holds offers from Marshall and Erskine, but it seems a few other schools are showing strong interest also and could be getting into the mix. See what he had to say.
Phenom: How has it been getting back on the court with your guys this summer'
Foor: It has been great, playing with my friends. We all know each other and have played with each other before, so it's a tight connection between us and it is great to get back on the court. I have been battling through injuries, but it is great to be back.
Phenom: How has your game continued to develop over the last year or so'
Foor: Just working on my handles, making sure it is tight. Creating more of my own shot and just looking to be a leader and point guard on the floor.
Phenom: How has your recruitment been going'
Foor: My recruitment has been going well. I have a lot of colleges that text and call me. Right now though, I have offers to Marshall and Erskine.
Phenom: How often has Marshall been staying in touch with you'
Foor: They just tell me to stay in the weight room. They want me to put on at least 15 pounds and just work on my shot. They don't text me a whole lot but when they do, it is about lifting weights and getting better.
Phenom: You also mentioned Erskine. What kind of communication have you had with them'
Foor: They text me ever so often, just seeing how I'm doing and how life is going.
Phenom: What other schools have been expressing interest your way'
Foor: Belmont, Appalachian State, Tulane, Clemson, South Carolina, Furman, Wofford, College of Charleston… schools nearby.
Phenom: Who would you say has been the strongest out of them'
Foor: Probably Belmont. They text me a lot.
Phenom: What have they been saying your way'
Foor: They just ask how I'm doing, what my schedule is like for the summer, that they want to come to check me out, etc. They also ask what I've been doing to prepare myself for the next level, and what workouts I've been doing.
Phenom: I know you have been to a few team camps and all. Have you been able to make any other visits'
Foor: I might set up with South Carolina and Belmont, hopefully by August.
Phenom: Now you went to South Carolina's team camp. What was that like and what have you been able to build with them'
Foor: It was great. They talked to me a lot and watched me play. After the game, they talked to me, and told me what I need to work on. It was cool.
Phenom: Belmont has been on you it seems. Have you been able to dive into more about that program or when you may be able to go visit'
Foor: They wanted me to come on an unofficial visit, but I couldn't due to some complications, but they are hoping that I can come this summer for a visit.
