| Sophomore Brian Roberts received the most valuable player award Thursday night as the University of Dayton basketball team held its awards dinner at the Dayton Convention Center. Roberts led the Flyers in scoring, with a 16.0 average, and minutes played, with 33.4.
Sophomore Norman Plummer and freshman Charles Little each received two awards. Plummer was honored for leading the team in rebounds, with a 6.5 average, and for his team spirit. Little was recognized as the outstanding freshman and the most improved player.
The UD coaches selected senior Logan White for the best defender award, and junior Monty Scott earned the free throw shooting trophy by making 79.5 percent (35-44) of his attempts.
Senior Jeff Penno earned the scholar-athlete award, and sophomore Jimmy Binnie was awarded next year's Uhl Family Endowed Scholarship, which goes to a returning player exhibiting good sportsmanship and character on and off the court. |
