Matt's Journey: From Losing His Way to Finding True Purpose
And then all of a sudden I give god control of my life and he opens doors so that I was coaching at a high school in Dallas, Fort Worth, as a varsity assistant had decided not to go for any head coaching jobs at that point of The Year.
Ever felt like your world was falling apart when you lost something you thought defined you? That's exactly what happened to Matt. In this episode of 'Real Recovery', Matt opens up about his life after basketball. When his career ended, he turned to alcohol, hoping to fill the void. But instead of finding solace, he found himself spiraling into darkness. Matt's story takes a turn on his thirtieth birthday when he decided to seek guidance from a higher power.
Through faith, he began to rebuild his life, discovering a new sense of peace and purpose. Now, Matt coaches high school basketball, using his experiences to mentor young athletes not just in the game, but in life. His journey is a powerful reminder that even in our darkest moments, there’s hope for a brighter future. Tune in to hear how faith transformed Matt's life and how he's paying it forward by helping others grow in character and faith.