Final women’s basketball game Saturday; seniors to be recognized

Women's basketball graduating seniors
The NAU women’s basketball program will honor its five seniors Saturday, pictured left to right: Paige Haynes, Tyler Steohens-Jenkins, Aubrey Davis, Amy Patton and Patricia Gortarez.
The NAU women’s basketball program will honor its five seniors Saturday, pictured left to right: Paige Haynes, Tyler Stephens-Jenkins, Aubrey Davis, Amy Patton and Patricia Gortarez.

The Northern Arizona University women’s basketball team will host Montana State at noon Saturday at the Walkup Skydome.

The Lumberjacks will play for their postseason lives, needing a win to stay in contention for a berth in next week’s Big Sky Conference Tournament.

The team also will honor five graduating seniors with pre- and post-game ceremonies. The 2012-13 senior class includes all-time leading scorer Amy Patton, Aubrey Davis, Tyler Stephens-Jenkins, Patricia Gortarez and Paige Haynes.

The first 500 fans will receive coupons for a free Papa John’s pizza.

Purchase single game tickets online or call 928-523-5661.