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Bowling Green's Needham named semifinalist for top kicker award

BOWLING GREEN — Bowling Green State University place-kicker Nate Needham was recognized as a semifinalist for the Lou Groza Award by the Palm Beach County Sports Commission on Thursday.

The award is given annually to recognize college football’s top place-kicker. Needham, a senior from Chesterton, Ind., is one of 20 semifinalists and one of two Mid-American Conference players recognized, along with Northern Illinois’ John Richardson.

The 2021 Lou Groza Award semifinalists are here! ????

Vote for your favorite: https://t.co/Yhj6mDKX1d pic.twitter.com/hCl16CZCM6 — Lou Groza Award (@LouGrozaAward) November 4, 2021

Needham is a perfect 14-for-14 on field goal attempts this season.