A native of Frankfort, Kansas, Musil graduated from Kansas State University with a major in Radio-TV Journalism and a minor in coaching. He played football, baseball, basketball and ran track in high school. Before turning his attention to the radio/TV business, he played baseball up to the semi-professional level.

 

Musil began his broadcast career at KNDY AM-FM in Marysville, Kansas and later worked at KWNS AM-FM in Pratt, Kansas. His first job in television was at KTVH-TV (CBS) in Wichita, Kansas. He later served two years as sports director at WTVM-TV (ABC) in Columbus, Georgia, before coming to KHOU-TV.

 

Musil hosted his 36th annual charity golf event

on October 6, 2026.

The 2026 Spring Spirit/Matt Musil Golf Tournament was held at iconic Memorial Park Golf course.  Through 36 years of this tournament, $4 million has been donated to Houston charities. .