[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 112 (Wednesday, July 12, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1419]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


  TRIBUTE TO STAFF AND PLAYERS OF THE MOODY HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL TEAM

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                         HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 12, 1995
  Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the players, 
coaches, principal and superintendent of the Moody High School State 
finalist baseball team in Corpus Christi, TX.
  Reaching the State finals in the university interscholastic league 
State tournament in South Texas is a difficult and arduous task, yet 
the Moody High Trojans proved they could achieve this ultimate goal. 
They have brought great pride to the south Texas area and I am very 
proud of their courage and tenacity.
  I would like to congratulate the people who have made this 
accomplishment possible: Parents, coaches, friends, fans, and the 
entire community. Head coach Steve Castillo has been instrumental in 
his team's success. He has taught his players the fundamentals of the 
game as well as the importance of sportsmanship and fair play. These 
lessons are also true in life. His dedication to the game and to his 
players is to be commended.
  In my entire life, the best feeling I have ever experienced is 
playing ball with my friends. Participating in athletics not only 
builds character, but it fosters life-long friendships. Playing ball 
with your friends, making the big plays, digging in and giving your 
all--that is what teamwork is all about. Teamwork teaches an individual 
some of the most important lessons of life: Cooperation, commitment, 
and hard work.
  The baseball team at Moody High School has demonstrated these 
commendable qualities throughout their season. Their success was 
undoubtedly due to their hard work and dedication to the sport.
  Members of the Moody High School Trojans are: Pete Angel, Roel Rocha, 
Michael Hebert, Larue Gonzalez, Aaron Gonzalez, Merce Garcia, Freddy 
Garcia, Jacob Perez, Andrew Gonzalez, Mike Medina, Arnold Padron, Ricky 
Hernandez, Jimmy Vera, Eric Cabrera, Johnny Gonzalez, Ramsey Reyes, 
Danny Ledesma, Jesse Hinojosa, Omar Trevino, Chris Bernal, Danny 
Quintanilla, Rene Hernandez, Joe Luis Lopez, and James Polanco.
  I hope my colleagues will join me in paying tribute to the Moody High 
Trojans for their tremendous accomplishments.


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