Assistant Athletic Director Nate Mathis was involved in a serious ski accident on March 26 at Park City Ski Resort.
Mathis was life-flighted immediately to the University of Utah Hospital. A spokesperson representing the family has verified several broken bones to the face, as well as a cracked skull.
“Nate is an integral member of our department and we look forward to his full recovery,” said Director of Athletics Michael V. Jacobsen. “Our number one concern is his health and wellness and our thoughts are with him and his family at this time.”
Medical indications are positive thus far, as the swelling in his face has decreased each day, but only time will tell on the overall injuries sustained.
The family spokesperson verified that Mathis never lost consciousness and is still currently in the Intensive Care Unit and has been able to speak with his family at times.
Those who wish to send their thoughts and concerns to Mathis are being asked to do so through his Facebook page or through the athletic department’s media relations office. Only immediate family members are allowed in the ICU at this time.
“The Mathis family is so thankful for the continuous love and support for Nate and are passing forward all comments on to him. The best thing we all can do to support Nate is to pray,” said the family spokesperson.
Mathis oversees all of the university’s corporate partners and marketing and is one of the key members in building the Wolverines’ athletic presence in the NCAA Division I program.
More information will be given when it is available.
