Punter at Arkansas Tech kicks winning field goal

By: Associated Press - Texarkana Gazette -

Published: 09/17/2008

RUSSELLVILLE, Ark.—Michael Podobnik has been an outstanding punter for Arkansas Tech, but this time the Wonder Boys needed a field goal.

The senior provided that too.

Podobnik’s 25-yard kick with 30 seconds remaining gave Arkansas Tech a 26-24 win over West Alabama last week and earned him a spot in The Associated Press Small College Spotlight. The field goal was the second of Podobnik’s career.

“My number was called and I was able to step up,” Podobnik said. “I got a great snap, excellent blocking and a good hold from (Tracey) Stiger.”

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