Mitch Stanitzek selected to 2018 Wuerffel Trophy watch list


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Junior defensive lineman Mitch Stanitzek talks to the media on Nov. 10 in the Indoor Athletic Center Conference Room. 

Central Michigan senior defensive end Mitch Stanitzek has been named to the 2018 Wuerffel Trophy watch list. 

The Wuerffel Trophy is given to the player who best combines exemplary community service, plus athletic and academic achievement. 

Named after 1996 Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Danny Wuerffel, the award is a prestigious honor. 

From West Catholic High School in Grand Rapids, Stanitzek's volunteer list is off the charts, attending Mount Pleasant Schools as a business administration, Special Olympics, Humane Animal Treatment Society and much more. 

In the classroom, Stanitzek finished his undergraduate degree with a 3.74 grade point average. He got his bachelor's degree in marketing and logistics management. The defensive lineman will further his education starting in the fall. 

On the field, the 6-foot-4, 250 pounder has played in 35 games for CMU. He's logged 59 tackles, 11 tackles for a loss, six sacks, two fumble recoveries and one interception. 

There are 106 student-athletes on the Wuerffel Trophy watch list. The winner will be announced on Dec. 4.

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