Freshman (2007-08): Picked up an assist on Nathan Perkovich's power-play goal at Notre Dame (11/2) for his first collegiate point...Contributed 0-2--2 during the Lakers' 6-5 overtime victory over Ohio State (1/26)...Finished fourth on the team in blocked shots with 23.
Prior to LSSU: Totaled 12-30--42 in 45 regular-season games with the Nepean Raiders of the Central Junior A Hockey League in 2006-07...Is regarded as one of the most-distinguished captains in the Raiders' history after helping Nepean reach the CJHL finals five straight seasons...Was ranked third in the CJHL in points by a defenseman during the CJHL Playoffs with 4-4--8 in 16 games and was ranked fifth in the CJHL in regular-season points by a defenseman.
Personal: Son of Gerard and Laure Cowie...2005 graduate of St. Joseph High School in Nepean, Ont....Planning to major in business administration.
All About Matt:
Favorite movie: The Incredible Hulk Favorite food: Marshy's chicken wings Favorite restaurant: Angio's If I had one wish, it would be: To play in the NHL Most memorable athletic moment: Winning five league championships in a row Person I would most like to meet: Will Ferrell Advice I would give to youngsters: Respect your elders Most embarassing hockey moment: Having my jock fall out on the ice The most important lesson I have learned: Hard work pays off Favorite holiday: ChristmasCareer Statistics:
| Season | G.P. | Goals | Assists | Points | PIM |
| 2007-08 | 37 | 0 | 8 | 8 | 12 |
