[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 13 (Thursday, February 10, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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        CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LONGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADERS

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                      HON. GEORGE J. HOCHBRUECKNER

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 10, 1994

  Mr. HOCHBRUECKNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate an 
outstanding group of my constituents, the Longwood High School varsity 
cheerleading team, who recently won the High School National 
Cheerleading Championship. The competition was held in Nashville, TN, 
from December 27-31, 1993 and included both varsity and junior-varsity 
cheerleading squads.
  The Longwood cheerleading team was 1 of 20 squads invited to the 
national cheerleading contest after an impressive showing in the 
preliminaries. Guided by the leadership of their coach, Donna Beary, 
the Longwood varsity cheerleading team successfully completed the 
basket toss, a daring and difficult maneuver. When the competition was 
over, the team was rewarded for its hard work, dedication, and risk-
taking spirit, with the National Championship.
  When not performing at games or in competitions, Coach Beary's 
cheerleaders excel in other ways as well. For example, the Longwood 
cheerleading program is actively involved in several community service 
organizations such as Athletes Helping Future Athletes, a group which 
discourages the use of drugs. In recognition of these and similar 
efforts, the Longwood junior-varsity cheerleading team was presented 
with the All-American Award.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in saluting the Longwood 
cheerleaders, their coaches, and those who support them in their 
commitment to excellence in cheerleading, academics, and community 
service. It is my pleasure to recognize these outstanding individuals 
from Long Island.

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