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Matthew Ryan Evans (born December 21, 1985) is an American singer who is currently studying to become a sports writer. Among his highlights in his musical career, Matthew was selected to the 2003 WMEA All-State Choir as a Baritone, and the 2004 ACDA All-Northwest Choir as a Baritone. Matthew has been singing since the 6th grade. He sang 3 years of Chamber Choir and 3 years of Jazz Choir at Hanford High School in Richland before attending Columbia Basin College where he sang for 3 years under the direction of Dave Cazier in the vocal jazz group, Freeform. Currently Matthew is studying to become a sports writer.

Early life
Evans was born in Richland, Washington, the son of Kelly, a school teacher, and Les, a salesman. Matthew was due to be born on Thanksgiving of 1985 but did not arrive until 4 days before Christmas. His first few years were heavily influenced by illness. At 9 months, Matthew collapsed and quit breathing, due to the efforts of his grandmother, he was revived and placed on a heart moniter for a few months. Even with all of his health issues, Matthew was a very active child. At one time playing soccer, basketball and baseball at the same time. Soccer is his passion. Starting from the age of 5, Matthew played until sustaining a severe calf injury in the final game of the season in November of 2002. The effects of this injury still linger to this day.

Sports Teams Supported
Matthew is an avid sports fan and he loves his teams with a passion. Matthew supports the following organizations.