Matt Antell brings more than 20 years of international coaching experience in elite player development, high-performance program leadership and collegiate golf recruiting pathways to Lamar University.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity to be entrusted to lead the Lamar men’s golf program. We have a talented group of student-athletes, and I’m excited about what we can achieve together," Antell said. "My focus is on creating an environment where every player has the opportunity to develop, competeand succeed, while building a team culture that reflects the values and ambitions of Lamar University.”
A British PGA Advanced Professional and PGA of America member, Antell joined the Cardinals in September 2026 as assistant men's golf coach after an accomplished coaching career spanning the United Kingdom and Australia.
Throughout his career, Antell has helped more than 50 junior golfers advance to NCAA and NJCAA programs, including multiple All-Americans, national champions and future professional golfers.
Prior to Lamar, Antell served as head teaching professional and junior coordinator at Royal Adelaide Golf Club in Australia, where he directed coaching operations and expanded the club's junior development program. He also served as a talent identification lead coach for Golf Australia, helping identify and develop athletes for state and national competition.
In England, Antell was an assistant coach for the England Women's National Team and held leadership roles within England Golf's regional development programs. As head golf coach at Whitgift School, he guided one of the nation's premier school golf programs, leading the team to five national championships while developing numerous future collegiate golfers.
Antell also founded his own golf academy and co-founded the Surrey Golf Lab, gaining extensive experience in program management, athlete development and performance technology.
His coaching philosophy emphasizes individualized player development, data-driven performance analysis and a commitment to fostering a competitive culture while helping student-athletes succeed on and off the course.
Antell earned a Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in sports development from the University of Portsmouth and an Advanced Certificate in Sports Coaching from the University of Birmingham. He also holds additional qualifications in professional golf and golf operations management.
