Youlton Named Niagara College Athlete of the Week

Chatham’s Sam Youlton has been named the Niagara College Knights Male Athlete of the Week. Youlton, a fifth year student plays for the Men’s Volleyball program.

Standing 6’5″, Youlton, a John McGregor Secondary School graduate, led the Niagara College Knights to a five set victory over the second ranked Redeemer Royals. Youlton had 11 kills, 4 blocks, and 7 digs in the win.

“When you mention athlete of the week, Sam’s performance against Redeemer was just that. He took us on his back, like he’s done at times all season,” said Nate Groenveld, the Niagara Knights Men’s Volleyball head coach in a release by the school.

Youlton, who transfered after playing four seasons with the Fanshawe College Falcons, leads Niagara with 37 blocks. He sits third on the team in kills with 89 and points with 133.