From Prague to the ISC – A Czech catcher chasing greatness.

At just 24 years old, Matej Ryšavý is stepping into his third straight ISC World Tournament, and he’s bringing the same fire, focus, and fight behind the plate that’s earned him respect across international fastpitch.

His breakout moment?

ISC II Champion.

Newcomer of the Year in his rookie season.

And now, he's chasing even bigger dreams in 2025.

“My goal is simple—be better than last year. I want to help my team win, and I’m focused on making smart decisions in big moments.”

A product of Spectrum Prague and shaped by Czech legends like David Mertl and Tomas Klein, Matej has become a leader for the Georgian Bay Giants, known for his glove, his grit, and his game-calling IQ.

His message to young players:

Discipline

Glove work

Consistency

Hometown: Prague, Czechia

Team: Georgian Bay Giants

Follow Matej:

Instagram: @matejrysavy_

Facebook: Mat?j Ryšavý

Read the whole interview on our website; https://iscfastpitch.com/matej-rysavy-czech-catcher...

From the diamonds of Czechia to the biggest stage in North America, Matej Ryšavý is proving that fastpitch is truly a global game.