Scots' Zigler, Palkovic named MWC Performers of the Week

Release Date: September 7, 2005

Nathan Palkovic

Justin Zigler

MONMOUTH, Ill. – A pair of record-setting accomplishments has resulted in Midwest Conference Performer of the Week honors for two Monmouth College football players.

Senior linebacker Justin Zigler (Prophetstown, Ill./Prophetstown) and sophomore kicker/punter Nathan Palkovic (Peoria, Ill./Woodruff) each set school records in a 40-26 season-opening win over Concordia (Wis.) and picked up the MWC Defensive Performer of the Week and Special Team Performer of the Week honor, respectively.

Zigler’s 15 total tackles (7 solos, 8 assists) eclipsed the old career tackle record of 259 set by Justin Orertle. In reaching the new high water mark, Zigler also forced and recovered a fumble and made two tackles for loss.

Palkovic proved his 58 yard field goal in practice was no fluke when he nailed a school-record 45 yarder to give the Scots a 40-6 lead in the fourth quarter. He also had a 26-yard field goal in the second quarter and finished the day 4-of-5 on PATs. The sophomore had a good day punting, too, averaging 39.8 yards.

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