After a big Bearcat football victory over then-No. 1 Pittsburg State Saturday, Northwest Missouri State sophomore punter Kyle Goodburn was titled as a MIAA Player of the Week Monday.

Goodburn played a crucial role for the Bearcats this weekend as he averaged 46.2 yards per punt and helped guide special teams to set up two vital stops for Northwest’s defense.

Goodburn punted six times pinning the Gorillas inside the 10-yard line three times including once inside the 10-yard line. He continues to lead the league in punting average and is also fourth in NCAA Division II averaging 45.38 yards per punt.

Goodburn originates from Shawnee Mission North High School in Roland Park, Kan.

The Bearcats return to action Saturday against Missouri Southern. Kickoff from Joplin is scheduled for 2 p.m.

— NWMSU Sports Information —