Possessing a quick shot and deceptive speed, Mather earned the nickname of “Little Poison”[1] during his time at Belmont High.

[3] The ’47 season would also see one of Mather’s career highlights as he scored a crucial game winning goal to help Dartmouth defeat Michigan in Ann Arbor.

Due to a dispute with the Olympic Committee, the US team was allowed to compete and have the results of their games count in the standings, but they were not eligible to win a medal.

[2] Overall, his strong play helped the United States finish the tournament in what would have been 4th place, had they not essentially been disqualified.

Mather also represented the United States in the 1949 World Championships[3] held in Stockholm, Sweden, winning a Bronze Medal.