Ria Johnston and Isaac Wolters named UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week

Every week, UPEI Athletics and Recreation recognizes student-athletes for their achievements and contributions to their respective sports. The UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week for September 9–15, 2024, are Ria Johnston (women’s rugby) and Isaac Wolters (men’s soccer).

Johnston made an immediate impact in her first game back from injury. In the 18th minute of Sunday’s game against the St. Francis Xavier University X-Women, the third-year centre and science student from Charlottetown, PEI, sprinted about 70 metres to record her first try of the season.

“Ria was the spark we needed injected into our lineup,” said head coach James Voye. “She immediately made an impact on both attack and defence and was a threat to score each time she touched the ball. She proved why she should be a candidate for league MVP.” 

In a home game against St. Francis Xavier University on September 15, Wolters, a fourth-year goalkeeper and science student from Springvale, PEI, recorded five saves, including two big diving stops in the second half to preserve the 1-1 draw against St. FX.

“Isaac was outstanding against the X-Men who are ranked #6 in the country,” said head coach Lewis Page. “He stood his ground all game long and made several pivotal saves to preserve the result for us.” 

Go Panthers Go!