Matt Vinc

Matt Vinc is a decorated professional lacrosse goaltender, known for his leadership and consistent performance within the National Lacrosse League. After securing three OLA Jr.A championships from 2001-2003 with the St. Catharines Athletics, Matt Vinc established himself as a decorated professional lacrosse goaltender. During his outstanding junior career from 1999 to 2003, he earned one OLA Jr.A regular season MVP award, three OLA Jr.A playoff MVP awards, and contributed to two Minto Cup National championships in 2001 and 2003, where he received both the Minto Cup MVP Award and the B.W.

In his ongoing tenure with the Buffalo Bandits, Vinc continues to be a cornerstone of the team’s defense, playing a critical role in securing back-to-back NLL Cups in 2023 and 2024. His exceptional performance was recently highlighted in a 2025 game against the Rochester Knighthawks, where he achieved a career-high and Bandits record of 62 saves in a dominant 13-6 victory. This performance underscored his continued dominance in the league, where he consistently leads in key metrics such as goals allowed per game, saves per game, and save percentage. Fellow players have lauded his consistent high-level play and leadership, describing him as the team’s ‘backbone’.

Demonstrating continued commitment to the sport, Vinc has signed a two-year deal with the Buffalo Bandits. His dedication extends beyond the field, including meticulous preparation through recording and journaling his offseason workouts to maintain peak performance. Off the field, Vinc applies his leadership and experience as a teacher and lacrosse coach at Denis Morris Catholic High School, actively shaping the next generation of athletes.