OAKVILLE, Ontario - University of Denver women's golfer Stephanie Sherlock (Barrie, Ontario) was recognized as Canada's top female amateur golfer as the Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) announced the final standings for the 2009 National Order of Merit presented by Under Armour.

"In the sport of golf, success like this does not come easy," said head coach Sammie Chergo. "Steffi has dedicated herself more than any player we have ever had to being the best she can be. Because of her talent and dedication she deserves this honor. She is establishing herself as one of the most special overall athletes to attend the University of Denver."

Sherlock, a business major at the University of Denver, elevated her game to yet another level in 2009 winning the Ron Moore Women's Intercollegiate Tournament; being named second team All-American for a third successive year; and finishing tied for 11th at the NCAA Championships

In 2009, while continuing to hone her skills on Team Canada for a fourth successive year, the 22-year old finished third at the Royale Cup Canadian Women's Amateur Championship and second at the Ontario Women's Amateur Championship.

Women's - Top 10
Stephanie Sherlock, Barrie, ON                         1441
Sue Kim, Langley, BC                            1256
Maude Aimee LeBlanc, Sherbrooke, QC    1255
Jennifer Kirby, Paris, ON                        1119
Nicole Vandermade, Brantford, ON          1081
Sara-Maude Juneau, Fossambault, QC       1051
Kira Meixner, Richmond, BC                   982
Megan Chapman, Thornbury, ON              504.5
Caroline Kim, Port Coquitlam, BC                     452.5
Anne-Catherine Tanguay, Quebec City, QC          420

The National Men's and Women's Order of Merit presented by Under Armour recognize season-long achievements and were established to identify Canada's top amateur golfers. For full standings and points breakdown, please visit www.rcga.org/orderofmerit.

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