05/01/2026
A Junior at Riverside High School Matthew Santillo is Riverside AOTM.
Matt represents the best of what school athletics can beâhard work, humility, and a commitment to getting better every day. A three-year letterman in both baseball and basketball, he has been building those habits since he first picked up a ball at age five.
On the court, Matt has started at point guard for the Varsity Basketball Team in both his sophomore and junior seasons and leads the team in assists. On the diamond, he has contributed to the Varsity Baseball Team since his freshman year and, this season, has emerged as a starting pitcherâhelping Riverside earn key section wins against Ellwood City and Mohawk while posting an impressive 0.46 ERA so far this year.
He has been nominated for Times Athlete of the Week three times and continues to grow his game outside the school season, having proudly played for Fennell Brothers Baseball for the past four years.
In the classroom, Matt matches his athletic focus with academic excellence as a high honors student with a 4.3 GPA and a member of the National Honor Society. He also gives back by volunteering with local youth baseball and basketball organizations, and during the off-season he works at Old Stonewall Golf Courseâdemonstrating reliability, responsibility, and a strong work ethic.
Matt is self-motivated and disciplined, with the drive and competitive spirit that elevate not only his own performance, but the people around him. Through his commitment to excellence and steady leadershipâon the field, on the court, in the classroom, and in the communityâhe is a truly deserving Student Athlete of the Month.
