Athletes of the Week—November 17–23

The UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week for the week of November 17-23 are Laura Power, Women's Basketball; and Geoff Doane, Men's Basketball. UPEI Athletics and Recreation showcases these talented athletes to recognize their hard work and dedication to their respective sports. UPEI Athletes of the Week are also nominated to Atlantic University Sport and Canadian Interuniversity Sport for possible recognition in the region and/or country.

Who: Laura Power, Women's Basketball; and Geoff Doane, Men's Basketball

What: UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week

When: Week of November 17-23

Where: University of Prince Edward Island

Why: Power, a fourth-year science student majoring in kinesiology from St. John's, Newfoundland, had two strong performances in her final games at home as the Panthers split with the Memorial Seahawks on the weekend. During Saturday's 78-77 win, Power had 23 points with five rebounds and five assists, and scored the winning layup at the buzzer. On Sunday, during the team's 66-65 loss, Power recorded five points and five rebounds.

Doane, a fifth-year arts student from St. Margaret's Bay, Nova Scotia, is enjoying a strong season coming off the bench for the Panthers, and continued that play with two great performances over the weekend. During the Panthers 88-62 win on Saturday night, Doane put up 15 points and 14 rebounds. During Sunday's close 83-80 loss, Doane recorded 16 points with 12 rebounds, three assists, and three steals.

For information:
Ron Annear
UPEI Athletics and Recreation
(902) 566-0991, annear@upei.ca

Geoff Doane, Men's Basketball