PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL.- Breaking News: Benjamin Defensive Back Matthew McKenzie (’24) announces his commitment to Bethune Cookman University.
McKenzie announced his decision today (January 31), via his Twitter and Instagram accounts.
100% committed #Hailcats #ChangingHBCU @EricKresser @CoachWoodie @bcu_gridiron
— Matthew McKenzie ✞ (@Wh0isluhmat) January 31, 2024
@bcu_athletics @TWeston_@Coach_Wimbo @CoachColey35@_TMJackson @tbarragan5@COACHJDESSEIN pic.twitter.com/EawdTtPaOh
When asked about his decision to commit to BCU, Matthew said:
“I’m truly humbled and blessed to announce my intention to continue my academic and athletic career at Bethune Cookman University!” McKenzie stated. “Leadership is lonely. I’m not going to be afraid of confrontation to get us to where we need to go. Go Wildcats.”
🏴☠️🏴☠️🏴☠️🏴☠️ pic.twitter.com/lCkoDkG7rp
— Matthew McKenzie ✞ (@Wh0isluhmat) November 17, 2023
During his senior season at Benjamin, McKenzie was shut down in the secondary. In 2023, Matthew McKenzie recorded:
30 Total tackles
5 interceptions
3 PBUs
2 touchdowns
Matt McKenzie, a 6 foot 3, 3-Star Defensive Back, will be the face of a young defensive core at Bethune Cookman. He possesses elite field vision, partnered with fast twitch reaction, and hits like a bus. With his pro-ready skill sets, McKenzie is poised to be one of the next great DBs to come from the HBCU’s.
Congratulations Matthew on your commitment to Bethune Cookman! While your high school career is winding down, your story is only just beginning! Go be great!
