Western HS: Qualified for the CIF Prelims as a senior and junior in the 400 meters (50.4)… Earned All-Empire League honors his senior season… Was a member of the track team for three years and the cross country team for one season…..

Personal: Most memorable moment was his performance in the 1600-meter relay at the Trabuco Hills Invitational… Is working on a minor in accounting… Would like to transfer to Cal State Long Beach, Texas A&M or Arizona State University… Hobbies include running… Has two brothers – Diego (15) and Emmanuel (11)… Is the son of Jose and Maria Mata… Born on December 9, 1996…..

Favorite Athlete:  Aaron Rodgers                Favorite Movie:  “Scarface”
Favorite Food:  Chinese                              Favorite TV Show: “The Simpsons”
Favorite Book:  “The Bible”