Matt first started martial arts training at the age of 6 in San Antonio under his uncle Steve Ashcraft (former #1 ranked kickboxer in the world). When he was 18, Matt recieved his Blackbelt in Tae Kwondo under his uncle. Once MMA started to progress, he sharpened all his skills and started training BJJ. He currently trains at Austin Muay Thai & Jiu Jitsu under Garrett Bennett and Edy Ngamkhao. Since making the move from San Antonio to Austin, Matt started training with them and has progressed so much in the sport. He currently holds the AMMA Texas Lightweight Title.