[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 65 (Friday, April 7, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E858]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                TRIBUTE TO BETHEL PILOTS MEN'S BASKETBALL

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                            HON. TIM ROEMER

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, April 6, 1995
  Mr. ROEMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to 
a group of college athletes in my district who have distinguished 
themselves as the NAIA Division II Men's Basketball National Champions: 
The Pilots of Bethel College in Mishawaka, IN.
  On Tuesday, March 14, the Bethel College Pilots defeated Northwest 
Nazarene College 103 to 95. The championship game topped off a 16-game-
winning streak and brought a perfect ending to an outstanding season. 
In addition to claiming the national title, the team set the school 
season record for most wins, finishing 38 to 2. Pilots senior guard 
Mark Galloway netted the three-point buzzer-beater at the end of 
regulation and thus sent the game into overtime. Mark became Bethel's 
all time leading scorer and was named the Most Valuable Player of the 
tournament.
  In their first year after moving up in to the NAIA, the young men of 
Bethel reached the top of their division. By their hard work and 
tenacity they have brought immeasurable pride and happiness to Bethel 
College, Bethel alumni and our entire community. I would also commend 
the leadership at Bethel College, particularly Dr. Norman Bridges, for 
his support of the athletic program.
  Mr. Speaker, I commend Coach Mike Lightfoot, head coach of the Bethel 
College Pilots, for leading his team to victory, for being named the 
NAIA Division II Coach of the Year and for his career record of 235 
wins, 65 losses. I am proud and honored to recognize this milestone in 
Pilots' history. I know that in the years to come these fine young men 
will continue to distinguish themselves with greatness in their 
careers, and in their communities.


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