[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 51 (Friday, April 19, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S3741]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO ROWAN COLLEGE

 Mr. BRADLEY. Mr. President, I rise today with great pleasure 
to congratulate New Jersey's very own Rowan College. As you may know, 
the Profs of Rowan College recently defeated Hope College by a score of 
100 to 93 to become the 1995-96 NCAA Division III men's basketball 
champions.
  Rowan's basketball team is special in more ways than one. Having 
finished the year with a 28-4 record, the Profs have once again risen 
to the challenges and competition of college basketball. This is hardly 
Rowan's first trip to the Final Four. Under the tutelage of their 
coach, Dr. John Giannini, the Profs have proven to be no flukes, as 
they have reached the Final Four three years running.
  This championship season also marks the end of Terrence Stewart's 
stellar career. Terrence leaves Rowan College as its all-time leading 
scorer. Having been named this year's tournament most valuable player, 
Terrence has much to be proud of. As I can attest to, though, a 
championship team consists of a group of players who are all dedicated 
to the game, the work ethic, and the goal of being the best. Indeed, 
the entire team deserves praise and admiration.
  Having played in a Final Four tournament myself, I know first hand 
how much hard work, time, and energy these players have put into 
achieving this tremendous goal. For college athletes face not only the 
pressures of the hardwood floor, but also the day-to-day pressures of 
performing in the classroom.
  In closing, Mr. President, I would like to once again offer 
congratulations to Rowan College. Success in the sports arena, like 
many other endeavors, requires a great deal of dedication, hard work, 
and courage. I am very proud to have Rowan College represent our 
State.

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