EDINBURG, Tex - The University of Texas-Pan American Men’s Basketball Program announced that Kevin Mitchell has signed a national letter of intent to play for the Broncs next season. Mitchell is a 6-2 guard from McLennan Community College in Waco, Texas.

Mitchell averaged 8.4 points per game, 3.4 assists, and shot .380 from 3-point land for his career with the Highlanders. Mitchell was also a North Texas Junior College Athletic Association (NTJCAA) Honorable Mention last season. In addition to his athletic accomplishments, Mitchell was a Presidential Scholar.

"Kevin is a quality young man and a tremendous student-athlete," said Head Coach Bob Hoffman. "He has the leadership abilities to be a great fit for our team and he is also a good shooter from long range," Hoffman added.

Mitchell played basketball at Copperas Cove High School in Texas where he was a first team All-District and All-Region selection. He was also named the CenTex All-Star MVP and was a Tandy Scholar. As a senior Mitchell averaged 18 points, six assists, and seven steals per contest.