Matthew Engelbert

Position: Video Coordinator Experience: 22nd year at Iowa Alma Mater: University of Iowa

As one of the longest-tenured video coordinators in the Big Ten Conference, Matthew Engelbert has been recognized by his peers as one of the best and has led development of the University of Iowa football video analysis program.

Engelbert and his staff of five are responsible for shooting all games and practices. Immediately following each game, video is digitized and sorted according to offense, defense and special teams. Tapes then are produced showing each play from every angle the video staff shoots - - three angles for most games. Video is merged with key data, such as down and distance, to provide coaches with a complete analysis of every play.

The video staff also manages a system of coaching stations, which allows each coach to develop his own videos for each game. Coaches can also review how Iowa's players react to a particular situation or play, regardless of opponent.

The video staff produces highlight videos shown at recruiting events and I-Club gatherings throughout the year. The videos also are shown in Kinnick Stadium during the season.

Engelbert oversaw the department's conversion to a tapeless environment in 1996. The Hawkeyes were also the first team in the country to switch to Beta SX in 1999, the best video format available, as well as Smart Acquisition Technology (SAT) hard drive capture in 2004.

Among his personal achievements, Engelbert was the keynote commencement speaker at North Mahaska High School in 2001, from which he graduated in 1988. He was named Big Ten Video Coordinator of the Year in 1997-98 and earned first place in the AVID Best Video contest. Engelbert's contributions to Hawkeye football success were acknowledged when he received the Bump Elliott Staff Appreciation Award in 1997. He is also the creator of the successful Iowa Football Fan Fest.

Engelbert is a native of New Sharon, IA. He earned a bachelor's degree in sports management from the University of Iowa. His wife Dana is also a UI graduate, with a degree in journalism and mass communication. The Engelbert's have a six-year old son, Colin.