ONA -- To say former Cabell Midland High School multi-sport standout Matt Walker has enjoyed life since graduation would be a bit of an understatement.

So far, his schedule has gone like this -- all-star game, beach, all-star game.

"It's just all been a blast," Walker said. "It's a good way to start out the summer."

Walker first competed June 6 in the North-South All-Star Baseball Classic at Appalachian Power Park in Charleston before going to Myrtle Beach on a senior trip. Following fun in the sun at the beach, Walker is ready to head back indoors for the North-South All-Star Basketball Classic on Friday at the South Charleston Community Center.

He is one of two Cabell Midland athletes participating in a pair of games in the North-South All-Star series, joining Michael Brumfield, who will compete in the basketball and football games.

Walker said the duo discussed the privilege while at the beach last week.

"To be nominated to play in two different sports is an honor to our abilities -- especially in a large school like ours," Walker said. "It makes this entire two weeks a lot of fun."

Not only did Walker have success on the field, he he also excelled in the classroom, earning Very High Honors in Cabell Midland's graduating class.

While he has excelled at juggling sports and academics, he is not exactly sure what his next move will be.

He has been accepted to West Virginia University where he plans to enter the pharmaceutical program if he goes. Having already been accepted to West Virginia, the word was that Walker was not necessarily interested in playing sports at the next level.

Walker, however, said that is definitely not the case.

"I love sports so a lot depends on what offers come," Walker said. "I still think about (my future) every day and nothing has changed. I've already been accepted to WVU so that is already there, but I've still got thoughts in the back of my mind of still playing."

Friday officially closes the book on the high school career for Walker, who finished with 15 points and four assists per game for the Knights last season.

With his future plans unknown, the sharpshooter wants to go out with a bang Friday by competing in the 3-point shootout and helping the South to a win.

Players report at noon Thursday before taking part in team meetings and a practice prior to going as a group to the West Virginia Power baseball game. On Friday, there will be an early morning practice before rest as the players prepare for the 7 p.m. festivities at the South Charleston Community Center.

Mark Webb/The Herald-Dispatch

Matt Walker of Cabell Midland takes a shot against Bryce Dalton of Logan during the Class AAA, Region IV, Section 2 boys basketball tournament finals on Friday, March 5, 2010, at the Veterans Memorial Field House in Huntington.

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