Baseball

Friday Focus with Matthew Gannon

TOWSON, Md. – Every Friday, the Landmark Conference spotlights one of its standout student-athletes in the Friday Focus series. This week’s feature highlights Matthew Gannon, a member of the University of Scranton baseball team. From pregame Dunkin’ runs with the team to a walk-off Landmark moment against Catholic, Gannon shares what drives him on and off the field as a Royal.

Favorite pregame routine or superstition?
Getting Dunkin’ Donuts with the boys.

What’s your favorite moment with your team?
Spring Break trip to Florida.

How do you stay focused during busy weeks?
Make sure to get good sleep and recovery.

Who’s a teammate who leads by example?
Conor Campbell is a senior whom everyone on the team looks up to.

What does your sport teach you about life?
Baseball has taught me not to get too high or too low and to trust in my preparation.

Favorite hobby or activity outside of your sport?
Watching Philly sports with teammates.

How do you celebrate big wins?
Going out to eat with teammates.

What will you miss most when your playing career ends?
Getting food with the guys after games.

What’s your favorite part of game day?
Pre-game batting practice with music playing.

First sport you ever played?
Baseball was the first sport I played.

Favorite team tradition?
Watching the Super Bowl together as a team.

Favorite moment with fans or family in the stands?
Seeing friends and family after the games.

Favorite Landmark Conference memory so far?
Our six-run comeback in the bottom of the ninth against Catholic University, with Conor Campbell capping it off with a walk-off single.