Matt Cogar
2012 Professional Competitor Bio
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Location:
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Diana, W. V.
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Height:
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6'4"
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Weight:
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245 lbs
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Birthday:
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November 13, 1986
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Todays Job:
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Former student
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Athlete since:
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2009
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How did you get involved in lumberjack sports?
I got in it from my dad, Paul Cogar.
How long have you been competing in the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series? Other lumberjack competitions?
I've been competing since 1999. I started with STS in 2009 so this is my fourth season competing.
How do you train for the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series and other lumberjack competitions?
Event Training
Are you related to any current or former STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series competitors?
Paul Cogar (my dad) and Arden Cogar (my cousin)
Best/strongest STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series discipline:
Chopping
Any advice for the collegiate competitors?
Learn and perfect the basics
What pro athlete/celebrity would you like to see try one of the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS Series disciplines?
Too many to name
Favorite Sports Team:
Boston Bruins
Proudest moment in your life so far:
Making it to current age and graduating college