Cal Poly Pomona Athletics Hall of Fame
Matt Blaty I 1979-84 I Cross Country / Track & Field
Blaty is by far one of the most decorated athletes in CPP history, earning seven total All-American accolades during his career, holding numerous program records while leading his team to a National Championship.
In cross country, Blaty was a two-time All-American in the 1980 season and the 1983 season. He holds the fifth fastest 10,000-meter time in program history, running 30:16.0 at the NCAA Regional meet. During the 1983 season, Blaty led the Broncos to their first NCAA Division II National Championship, finishing ninth individually.
In track, Blaty tallied five All-American nods and currently holds program records in the 1,500-meters, the 4x800-meter relay, the 4x1, 600-meter relay and the distance medley. In addition, he has tallied nine top 10 performances in his career. He finished second overall in the 1,500-meter race at the NCAA Division II Track & Field Championships all four years.
