CEDAR CITY, Utah - Zach Mitchell, the talented freshman wide receiver from Boston representing Southern Utah, has been named the United Athletic Conference (UAC) Freshman Player of the Week for his outstanding performance in the past week's game against BYU. In only his second collegiate appearance, Mitchell showcased his skills with remarkable finesse.

During the game against BYU, Mitchell recorded a remarkable 7 receptions for a total of 135 yards, making critical plays including a big 29-yard completion in the third quarter giving the Thunderbirds some breathing room. One thing that sets Mitchell apart is his knack for turning short passes into substantial gains, evidenced by his impressive 43 yards after the catch. This ability to gain yards after the reception is indicative of his elusiveness and determination on the field.

Coach DeLane Fitzgerald Said

"We stole one there! Zach Mitchell is a good player. We got him to come to Cedar City from Boston but he is a good football player. When you have got a freshman going for 135 (yards), he is a good football player."

"It was just his second game and he is going to put up a lot of career-high performances. The young man is the real deal and he is going to get better going forward."

Mitchell's impact wasn't limited to the BYU game alone. In his debut game against Arizona State, he showcased his potential by accumulating 52 yards and scoring a touchdown. This early success in his collegiate career bodes well for Southern Utah's offensive prospects this season.

Zach Mitchell's rapid rise as a freshman player in the UAC shows his raw talent and dedication to the game. His ability to contribute significantly to his team's success in just his second college game is undoubtedly noteworthy, earning him well-deserved recognition as the UAC Freshman Player of the Week. Southern Utah fans can look forward to more exciting moments from this promising young athlete as the season progresses.

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The Thunderbirds will round out their early road games with a matchup against former Big Sky conference opponent UC Davis. That game will begin at 8:00 p.m. MT on Saturday the 16^th of September. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+. 

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