Jose Matamoros

What is your favorite part of gameday?

My favorite part of gameday would have to be the entire ensemble setting up in the tunnel. There’s an eerily heavy presence that the Marching Knights always has that is waiting to be heard at the first downbeat of pregame. Being on the Herald Line just adds to that excitement, making it feel like the floodgates are about to burst open for the start of the Football game.

What do you like about Marching Knights?

The Marching Knights connects so many people with a similar goal of just being the best version of ones self. It’s brought me some of my greatest memories like the win versus USF at Tampa that just would not be nearly as eventful nor impact if it wasn’t for the common goal we all felt we achieved that day.

What are you most excited about for this season?

I’m excited just to be able to do it all over again. Being able to meet new people and just share the love of the activity is what makes it so immensely enjoyable.

Describe a favorite hobby of yours.

Going to live music events is definitely something I try to do as much as I can and love doing. That along with cooking, going to the gym, and going out with friends are what I spend most of my free time doing. If you have any song recs, let me know and I’ll gladly listen!