
Holy Cross’s proven, clutch Patriot League kicker with record-level consistency
In the 2008 season, Matt Partain was a steady weapon for Holy Cross, leading the team with 84 points while going 12-of-17 on field goals and 48-of-49 on extra points; he also tied a school record for field goals made and had previously earned first-team All-Patriot League honors. His calling card is reliability under pressure—he’s the kind of kicker who can quietly tilt close games, with a strong leg and a track record of long-range confidence, including a school-record 49-yard make. If you want a dependable special-teams finisher, he’s a real fit.