Union Academy’s Patrick MacKinnon is Charlotte Observer athlete of the week
Union Academy soccer player Patrick MacKinnon is the Charlotte Observer athlete of the week.
MacKinnon, a junior goalkeeper had 19 saves, including 13 in the second half, to lead Union Academy to a 2-0 win at Monroe Sept. 8.
Two days later, MacKinnon had 10 saves, including one on a penalty kick, in 1-0 victory at Langtree Charter Sept. 10.
MacKinnon has 52 saves, allowing only eight goals with three shutouts in 445 minutes in goal for Union Academy (3-3, through Sunday).
Want to nominate an athlete?: Athletes of the week highlights high school players with outstanding performances. The goal is to recognize all athletes in all sports, both the most accomplished and the underrated or underappreciated players. If you want to suggest someone to be included in the Athletes of the week column, send email to Jay Edwards at edwardswork23@gmail.com. Please include the athletes’ name, school, class and applicable game performance statistics. Coaches must be willing to verify information.
This story was originally published September 12, 2021 at 2:06 PM.