Matthew John Anderson is an American professional volleyball player. He is known by his nicknames Matt and Matty. Born in Buffalo, New York, and raised in West Seneca, New York, Anderson stands 6 feet 10 inches (2.08 meters) tall and weighs 212 pounds (96.16 kilograms). His spike reaches 140 inches (360 cm), and his block measures 131 inches (332 cm). Anderson attended Pennsylvania State University, where he developed his volleyball skills. Playing as an outside hitter/opposite, he currently represents the club Ziraat Bankası Ankara.
Matthew John Anderson has garnered numerous honors representing the United States in men's volleyball since joining the national team in 2007. His achievements include winning a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics and bronze medals at the FIVB World Championships in 2018 (Italy/Bulgaria) and 2019 (Japan). He secured gold medals at the FIVB World Cup in 2015 (Japan) and 2023 (Japan), and earned gold at the FIVB World League in 2014 (Florence).
Anderson also attained silver medals at the FIVB Nations League in 2019 (Chicago) and 2023 (Gdańsk), as well as a bronze in 2018 (Lille). His accolades extend to Pan American Cup victories in 2008 (Winnipeg) and NORCECA Championship titles in 2013 (Langley), 2017 (Colorado Springs), and 2023 (Charleston), with a silver medal in 2011 (Mayaguez).
Matt Anderson siblings
Matt Anderson was born in Buffalo, New York, to Michael and Nancy Anderson on April 18, 1987. He is the youngest of five children. His siblings include three older sisters named Jennifer, Joelle, and Amy, and one older brother named Joshua. His father, Michael, passed away in January 2010.
Matt Anderson brother
Matt Anderson has one older brother named Joshua. Detailed information is not available about Matt Anderson's brother, Joshua.
Matt Anderson sister
Matt Anderson has three older sisters named Jennifer, Joelle, and Amy. Unfortunately, specific details about Matt Anderson's sisters—Jennifer, Joelle, and Amy—are not widely available in public sources.
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Matt Anderson won a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics.
Matt Anderson has played professionally in Russia, Italy, and Korea.
Matt Anderson is married to Jacquelyn (Jackie) Gillum.
Matt Anderson has two children: Michael James (Jamie) and Virginia June "Juno."
Matt Anderson is interested in professional sports, cars, and fashion.
