Mitch was involved in many sports through the run of the series. Among them were kickboxing and the racing of boats and dune buggies. Mitch also participated in an Ironman Competition around the time of his 40th birthday. Additionally, Mitch teamed with fellow lifeguard Newman to win a team rowing competition for seven years in a row. In 1997, Mitch initially decided to step aside from the competition so Hobie could enter, but Hobie asked him to continue, just so the two could compete. After an arduous race, Hobie edged out the victory, ending Mitch's streak. In season 9, Mitch participated in a stock car race where he came in second place, behind Mark Martin. In the season 3 episode, "Princess of Tides," Mitch won the 1992 Randenberg Cup, a fictional powerboat racing championship.