Dennis named Player of the Year

William Smith College junior forward Sophie Dennis of Port Byron took home top honors when the Liberty League field hockey postseason awards were announced today.

Dennis was named the Liberty League Player of the Year after she helped lead the 11th-ranked Herons through the conference loop unbeaten at 7-0.

A four-time Liberty League Offensive Performer of the Week, Dennis topped the conference's scoring charts in goals (17), assists (12), and points (46) this season. She recorded five multi-goal games, including two hat tricks.

Entering the Liberty League Tournament, she ranks third in career points (136) and fourth in career goals (56) at William Smith, and needs just three goals and six points to match those career benchmarks.

Gridley earns

all-league honors

William Smith College senior midfielder Steph Gridley of Auburn was named to the All-Liberty League first team in soccer.

A four-time All-Liberty League selection, Gridley is making her third straight appearance on the first-team. She is tied for second on the team in assists (4) and third in points (12).

During a 2-0 win over St. Lawrence this year, Gridley registered a season-high three points, on a goal and an assist.

Over the past four seasons, she has recorded 16 goals and 16 assists.

Section IV, Class C soccer final set

The Southern Cayuga boys' soccer team will face Marathon for the Sect IV, Class C title at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the National Soccer Hall Of Fame in Oneonta.

Look for a preview of the Chiefs (12-3-3) in Saturday's edition of The Citizen.

Auburn High HOF dinner on Saturday

The fifth annual Auburn High School Athletic Hall of Fame dinner will be held at 5:30 p.m. Saturday at the Auburn Holiday Inn.

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the following locations: Auburn athletic office, Auburn YMCA, KofC, Kosta#'s Restaurant, Lewis Restaurant, and Snappers.

For more information, call Dick Williams at 252-3618.

New mixed bowling tourney on Nov. 20

The first Auburn Mixed Doubles Handicapped Bowling Tournament will take place at 1 p.m. Nov. 20, at Starlite Lanes.

The winners of the tournament will each receive a double-ball bowling bag compliments of Bowler's Choice. Entry forms are now available at Starlite Lanes or reservations can be made by telephone.

For more information, contact Ann Fenton at 923-2180 or Greg Hypes at 253-9437.

Auburn Hoops hosting breakfast

There will be a pancake breakfast from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, at the Knights of Columbus on Market Street.

Proceeds will benefit the Auburn Maroon Hoops Club.

The cost is $5 for adults, $3 for children under 10; children under 5 are free.

- From staff reports