2025-26 Humber Athletes of the Week

January 12-18, 2026

Sarah Baptie, Basketball

• Sarah Baptie was named Humber Athlete of the Week after powering the Hawks to a pair of convincing conference wins with her all-around play. The veteran guard averaged 18.5 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists while logging heavy minutes in victories over Fanshawe and Conestoga. Baptie scored 24 points on the road against Conestoga - a new career-high - adding seven assists and six steals to help Humber pull away early, while also contributing 14 points, five assists, and six steals versus Fanshawe. 

Teyven Blackmore, Volleyball

• Teyven Blackmore earned Humber Athlete of the Week honours after delivering a dominant two-match stretch highlighted by a statement road win over No. 8 Fanshawe. The third-year attacker totalled 36 kills across the week, averaging 4.5 kills per set, while adding eight service aces and 14 digs in a pair of 3–1 victories. Blackmore posted 22 points in each match, including a team-leading 19 kills against Fanshawe, helping Humber secure a crucial win in the tight OCAA West Division race.

November 24 - 30, 2025

Eremwon Destiny, Basketball

• Eremwon recorded her first career double-double for the Hawks in Sunday's 55-51 road win over the Lambton Lions. The Venice native finished with a team-high 13 points and ten rebounds.

Enzo Endres, Volleyball

• Picking up two wins to end the first half of the season, Enzo set numerous career-highs while making an early case for OCAA Rookie of the Year honours. The big Brazilian finished with a career-high 25 points and 17 kills, while adding nine digs and six aces.

• OCAA Athlete of the Week

• CCAA Athlete of the Week

November 17 - 23, 2025

Reese Cholette, Volleyball

• Cholette recorded a match-high 12 digs in Humber's straight-set sweep over Mohawk (1-5) on Saturday. Through three-plus seasons, the Oakville native now has 447 career digs, moving her ahead of OCAA Hall of Famer Thalia Hanniman into third all-time at Humber. 

Dwayne Burke, Basketball

• Burke delivered a career-high-tying 16 points in the Hawks' statement win over Mohawk in a battle of the province's top two teams. Burke was a steady scoring presence all night, knocking down a pair of momentum-shifting threes and attacking the rim to earn a game-high 13 trips to the free-throw line. His ability to generate offence under pressure helped Humber keep control during key stretches, giving the Hawks the reliable scoring option they needed
  in a playoff-level environment. Burke's poise, physicality, and timely shot-making made the difference as Humber became the last remaining undefeated team in the province.

November 10 - 16, 2025

Hannah Manners, Volleyball

• The fifth-year right side recorded a career-high in points (27) and kills (22) in Humber's win over Conestoga, then finished with a match-high 19 points in Humber's straight set sweep on the road at Niagara. Manners averaged 5.8 points, 1.0 service aces, and 4.75 kills over eight sets, with a .524 swing percentage.

Harry Lutumba-Mpongo, Rugby

• Harry Lutumba-Mpongo was named the championship MVP as the men's rugby team captured its ninth provincial title. On the road at Durham, Lutumba-Mpongo and the Hawks dominated the second half of the gold medal match at Durham, winning 26-14 to win back-to-back OCAA titles.

Shruti Joshi, Badminton

• CCAA Athlete of the Week
• OCAA Athlete of the Week

November 3 - 9, 2025

Catherine Irwin, Cross Country

• Catherine concluded her brilliant career with a tenth-place finish at the 2025 CCAA cross country championships in PEI, earning All-Canadian honours. Irwin is the sixth female runner in program history to garner the award.

Carmine Fiore, Soccer

• Carmine Fiore was named the championship MVP as the men's soccer team captured its 11th national title in Quebec. Fiore scored the game-winning tally in the quarter-final against Montmorency, then helped the Hawks record a clean sheet in the semifinal.

• CCAA Athlete of the Week

October 27 -  November 2, 2025

Mikayla Peel, Basketball

• In Humber's win over Niagara, Peel recorded a career-high 11 points on 80 per cent shooting from the floor. Then in a tough road game in London, the second year forward grabbed a career-high eight rebounds in the win.

Malilk Grant, Basketball

• Malik Grant dropped a game-high 28 points against Fanshawe on Saturday, as the Hawks improved to 3-0 on the season. Grant was 11-for-18 from the floor, including six-for-ten from three-point range. Grant also led the Hawks in scoring on Wednesday at home, with a 66-54 win over Niagara.

October 20 - 26, 2025

Catherine Irwin, Cross Country

• Catherine captured the individual bronze medal as the women's cross country team won the gold medal for the first time since 2014.

Carmine Fiore, Soccer

• Carmine Fiore was named to the all-tournament team after the men's soccer program won the OCAA silver medal.

Joshua Dunbar, Rugby

• Dunbar hit eight converts in Humber's 88-7 win over Sheridan to conclude the regular season.

Meghan Aucoin, Rugby Sevens

• Aucoin was named to the all-tournament team with rugby sevens capturing the OCAA silver medal.

October 13 - 19, 2025

Jordon Newlands, Golf

• Newlands became just the third player in team history to win the individual title as the golf team finished atop the podium at the CCAA national tournament. Newlands was named an All-Canadian.

Susan Chen, Golf

• Chen won the individual silver medal and was named a CCAA All-Canadian.

Daniel Talmage, Golf

• Talmage finished tied for seventh at nationals and was named a CCAA All-Canadian.

Jack Gratrix, Golf

• Gratrix finished tied for fifth at nationals and was named a CCAA All-Canadian.

Michael McCullugh, Golf

• McCullough finished tied for ninth at nationals and was named a CCAA All-Canadian.

Reece Velocci, Softball

• Velocci was named championship MVP after leading Humber to its first provincial title since 2019. Velocci hit .385 with two homeruns and five RBIs.

Franz Mella, Soccer

• CCAA Athlete of the Week

October 6 - 12, 2025

Catherine Irwin, Cross Country

• Irwin and the women's cross country team won their second straight race.

Isaiah Noel, Soccer

• Scored the game-winner for the Hawks against No. 12 Conestoga to help Humber capture the OCAA West Division title.

September 30 - October 5, 2025

Jack Gratrix, Golf

• Finished tied for second at the 2025 OCAA Championship, helping the Hawks capture their 20th OCAA team title.

Susan Chen, Golf

• Chen captured her first individual title at the 2025 OCAA Championship and was the only player in the field to post all three rounds in the 70s.
• OCAA Athlete of the Week

Jordon Newlands, Golf

• Won the individual silver medal as the Hawks captured their sixth consecutive OCAA team title.

Matt Morris, Golf

• Finished tied for second at the 2025 OCAA Championship, helping the Hawks capture their 20th OCAA team title.

September 23 - 29, 2025

Chantel Spalla, Soccer

• Spalla netted the match winner in Humber's 1-0 victory over Mohawk on Wednesday. In the 57th minute, Spalla forced a turnover in the offensive zone, firing a quick shot on target. The goalkeeper stopped the first shot, but Spalla buried the rebound for her second goal of the season and 10th of her career.

Cooper Markou, Rugby

• Cooper Markou recorded two tries for the Hawks in their 22-19 victory over Georgian. His second try came in the final minutes to win the match and extend Humber's win streak to ten consecutive matches.
• OCAA Athlete of the Week

Jordon Newlands, Golf

• Helped lead the Hawks to a tournament title heading into provincials, shooting four-over par.
• OCAA Athlete of the Week

September 15 - 22, 2025

Victoria Lopez, Softball

• Infielder Victoria Lopez came through in the clutch, delivering a walk-off hit on Sunday to complete a sweep of Mohawk and extend Humber's perfect record to 10-0. With the Hawks standing as the only undefeated team in Ontario and sitting atop the OCAA standings, Lopez has been a driving force at the plate. She now ranks fourth in the conference with a stellar .526 batting average.
• OCAA Athlete of the Week

Tariq Joseph, Soccer

• Midfielder Tariq Joseph delivered in the biggest moment, scoring the game-winning goal in a road victory over Fanshawe to keep the Humber Hawks unbeaten this season. With Humber picking up two wins on the week, Joseph's decisive strike helped the Hawks maintain its perfect record and solidify its position as the No. 1 ranked team in the country. His composure, creativity, and leadership in the midfield have been crucial to Humber's success.

Susan Chen, Golf

• Susan led the Hawks to a championship at the Niagara Invitational. Chen set a new career-low, firing an even-par 72 at Cardinal Lakes.
• OCAA Athlete of the Week

Jack Gratrix, Golf

• Jack led the Hawks to a Niagara Invitational title. He successfully defended his indiviual title, finishing on top at Cardinal Lakes two years in a row.
• OCAA Athlete of the Week

September 8 - 14, 2025

Michael McCullough, Golf

• McCullough opened the OCAA fall schedule dominantly, capturing the St. Clair Invitational title at the renowned Ambassador Golf Club in Windsor. From the first tee to the final putt, he showcased poise, consistency, and clutch play, setting the tone for what promises to be an exciting season ahead. With this victory, McCullough establishes himself as an early contender to watch on the OCAA circuit.
• OCAA Athlete of the Week

Isabella McPhee, Rugby Sevens

• McPhee made a statement on opening day, powering the Hawks to three straight wins to kick off the season. She was unstoppable on the attack, crossing the line for three tries and setting the tone for a dominant team performance. With momentum on their side and McPhee in top form, the Hawks are soaring into the season.
• OCAA Athlete of the Week

Taeveon Tyndale, Rugby

• Tyndale was the Man of the Match, as the Hawks opened their title defence with a 19-point victory over St. Lawrence to begin the season. The Brampton native recorded his second try in three seasons.

September 1 - 7, 2025

River Johnston, Softball

• River helped lead Humber softball to two road victories to begin the season, finishing the twin bill hitting with three extra-base hits - including a monster two-run shot in the third inning of game one. Through two games, Johnston has a 2.238 OPS and four RBIs.

Matthew Smith, Soccer

• Recorded three goals and two assists over the weekend as the reigning national champions opened the season with two victories.