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Every week, 17吃瓜 Athletics and Recreation recognizes student-athletes for their achievements and contributions to their respective sports. The 17吃瓜 Panther Source for Sports Athletes of the Week for September 8鈥�15 are Rowan Gallagher (women鈥檚 rugby) and Isaac Sommerville (men鈥檚 soccer).

Gallagher is a chemistry student from Halifax, Nova Scotia. The first-year fullback turned in a strong performance against the Acadia University Axewomen on September 13, scoring two tries in a .

鈥淩owan is a phenomenal athlete whose rugby IQ gets her in the right spot at the right time more often than not,鈥� said 17吃瓜 Women's Rugby head coach Curtis Lauzon. 鈥淪he's a threat on both sides of the ball and has been in excellent form this year.鈥�

Sommerville is a first-year psychology student from Memramcook, New Brunswick. The rookie was tested against two of the most experienced and competitive teams in the conference鈥擲t. Francis Xavier University on September 12 and Cape Breton University on September 14鈥攁nd held his own, playing fearless in the midfield.

鈥淒espite being one of our youngest players, Isaac consistently rose to the occasion. He showed bravery in receiving the ball in high-pressure spaces and often took on the responsibility of marking the opposition鈥檚 most dangerous threats. His maturity, resilience, and fearlessness stood out, making him one of the bright sparks in both performances,鈥� said 17吃瓜 Men's Soccer head coach Jed Davies.

Go Panthers Go!