HAMILTON, Ont. —  Women's Track, Olivia Macaskill (Kanata, Ont.), and Men's Track, Isak Fransson (Hamilton, Ont.) have been crowned this week's Marauder Athletes of the Week for their excellent showings over the weekend.

Olivia MacAskill - (Kanata, Ont.)
Olivia MacAskill delivered a standout performance at the York Open, racing to a first-place finish in the women's 1000m and continuing her strong indoor season for the Marauders. MacAskill crossed the line in 2:49.84, winning the event by more than six seconds and setting the tone early with a confident, controlled pace. Her victory not only highlighted her competitive edge but also elevated her position on the national stage, as she now ranks 13th in U SPORTS in the 1000m.

Teammate Ella Madsen joined her near the top of the results, finishing third in 2:56.34, giving McMaster two runners inside the top three. With championship season approaching, MacAskill's performance signals she is rounding into peak form at the right time and poised to make an impact against the country's best middle-distance athletes.

Isak Fransson - (Hamilton, Ont.)
Isak Fransson turned in a commanding performance at the York Open, winning the men's 1500m and leading a field of 61 runners to the finish line. The McMaster standout clocked a time of 4:01.28, pulling away in the closing stages to secure the victory by 0.75 seconds. Racing with confidence and control, Fransson positioned himself well throughout before delivering a decisive final lap that sealed the top spot. 

His ability to manage the pace and respond when the race tightened showcased both his endurance and race awareness. The win continues a strong indoor campaign for Fransson and reinforces his role as a key contributor for the Marauders' distance squad. With championship season approaching, performances like this highlight his readiness to compete at a high level and provide valuable momentum for both himself and the program.