Sometimes it’s better late than never.
For the UNBC Timberwolves Women’s Soccer that was certainly the case as they signed German-born goalkeeper Johanna Rathke today (Friday).
She checks in at 5’11” and joins the T-Wolves after playing last season with TSV Jahn Calden – A third league team that competed in the Southern region of Germany.
Rathke is looking to complete her Masters in Biochemistry, all while playing elite soccer at the highest university level in Canada.
“I think I can bring experience to the team,” shared Rathke who has been playing soccer since the age of 10.
“For college soccer I’m an older player and from a soccer skills side, I’m not afraid. I hope that I can help this team.”
In previous years, Rathke rotated between leagues and cities, but highlights included: two regional championships in Bremen, and a trip to the second round in the national DFB Pokal against Mainz 05.
“We are excited about Johanna joining us,” added Neil Sedgwick.
“She brings a great deal of experience in the goal and has already fit in well with the team. As a graduate student, Johanna brings maturity and a calmness. We are delighted that she has become a Timberwolf.”
Academically, Rathke received two major scholarships during her bachelor and also captured a poster prize for presenting her bachelor thesis at the (international) conference 76th Mosbacher Kolloquium.
Additionally, she’s a member of the Hans Rigel Foundation thanks to her project work in Biology. Rathke competed nationally in Biology Olympiads.
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