6'9" 275 pound senior center Matt Balkema of Warren Cousino sent off his letter to the Eagles yesterday. He and his family were very impressed with the recruiting of assistant coach Carl Thomas.
Balkema averaged 14 points and 10 rebound per game as a junior. He also shot near 50% from deep. He's a pre-season All-Macomb County member this year.
He's benching 250 pounds and puts in time to work on his conditioning. The Inside Prep Sports' Showcase Alumni's goal is to slim down to 260 pounds.
Balkema also had offers from the University of Detroit-Mercy and Bowling Green State U. He also drew the attention of Big Ten programs like Michigan State and Wisconsin on the grid iron as a defensive tackle and offensive tackle. He also is a first baseman and pitcher for the Cousino varisty team.
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Congrats to Matt Balkema. I've watched him grow up since he was a little kid and I always knew he was special. GOOD LUCK MATT !!!!!!!!!
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