Matthew Boone joined the Macalester track & field coaching staff as a full-time assistant coach in the summer of 2024. Prior to arriving at Macalester, Boone spent two years as an assistant coach at the University of Dubuque, where he received his Master's in Management-Sports Management.
"We are excited to bring Coach Boone to our program at Macalester. He was a leader and standout athlete in his MIAC days at St. Mary's, and in a few short years of coaching, Matt has proven that he can recruit and develop athletes," Macalester Director of Track & Field Dan Schofer said. "Even more, he will be a great mentor and supporter of our student-athletes as they navigate their collegiate experience and reach for excellence within our sport."
While at University of Dubuque, Boone was involved in recruiting for horizontal jumps and sprint groups, development of comprehensive training programs, and player development. He coached 10 NCAA national qualifiers, including an NCAA national runner-up in the women's long jump. Boone also coached six conference champions and 12 All-Conference athletes, and his athletes broke three school records.
Boone began his coaching career at Viterbo University in 2021, focusing on recruiting, practice planning, and in-meet coaching. He aided the program to three conference champions, six All-Conference athletes, and five school records.
"I am excited to step into the role of Assistant Track & Field Coach at Macalester College," Boone said. "I find this role to be a unique and exhilarating opportunity. It's a chance to inspire, mentor, and cultivate the athletic and personal growth of the dedicated student-athletes here. I plan to embrace this journey with enthusiasm, as each practice, meet, and moment on the track contributes to building a legacy of excellence and teamwork."
Boone makes his way back to the MIAC after graduating from Saint Mary's (Minn.) as a Pre-Physical Therapy and Biology major, with a minor in Sports Business. He was a standout in the short sprints, qualifying for the NCAA DIII national meet, both his sophomore and senior year in the 4x100 relay. He was a two-time conference champion, broke three school records, and was named all-conference six times.
