COLLEGE PARK, Md. – In a prestigious ceremony, the renowned basketball coach, Chris Matthews, widely known as Lethal Shooter, was presented with the esteemed Citizen of the Year award by the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. The recognition underscores Matthews’ exceptional dedication to community development, particularly his transformative efforts in refurbishing the game room at the local College Park Community Center.
Fazlul Kabir, Mayor of College Park, Maryland, stood alongside Matthews as he received the honor from the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. While Mayor Kabir participated in the event, he took part in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly renovated game room, showcasing his support for the community initiative.
Lethal Shooter, generously sponsoring the renovation, has upgraded the game room with new flat screen TVs, comfortable seating, and various amenities, creating an improved recreational space for local residents. In collaboration with Playstation, a partner of Matthews’, the game room also received a Playstation and controllers as a donation. The grand unveiling ceremony featured Mayor Fazlul Kabir, who cut the ribbon, symbolizing the official opening of the refurbished space.
The event, beyond the ribbon-cutting, included a community basketball game and various festivities. Lethal Shooter engaged with the community, offering meet-and-greets for children, complimentary food, and exciting prizes for the youth.
Lethal Shooter’s multifaceted commitment to community betterment goes beyond the basketball court, reflecting a genuine desire to make a lasting impact on the lives of those in College Park. The Citizen of the Year award serves as a well-deserved recognition of Lethal Shooter’s exemplary contributions and his unwavering dedication to building a stronger, more connected community.
About Chris Matthews:
Chris Matthews, also known as “Lethal Shooter”, is the most sought-after shooting coach in the world. Chris has had the privilege of working with numerous NBA and WNBA athletes to perfect their shot. Prior to becoming a professional shooting coach, Matthews played basketball internationally in Canada, Russia and China. He played collegiate basketball at St. Bonaventure and Washington State University after graduating from National Christian Academy in Maryland. Matthews has set countless shooting records throughout his career, which is how he got the nickname “Lethal Shooter”.