[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 46 (Thursday, April 17, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E698]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        MINNECHAUG GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM WINS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

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                          HON. RICHARD E. NEAL

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 17, 1997

  Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
the Minnechaug Regional High School girls basketball team on winning 
the Massachusetts Division I championship.
  Throughout the season, these young women's positive attitude 
distinguished them from their competition. On the way to 23 victories 
and only 2 defeats, their teamwork, selflessness, and the courage to 
never give up, propelled their success. Game after game, they rallied 
to victory after disappointing starts. This is the hallmark of a 
championship team.
  In winning their first State championship, first western 
Massachusetts championship, and the first championship by any western 
Massachusetts team in 4 years, I commend them. This is a milestone 
achievement. I hope that the members of the team, coach Dave Yelle, and 
the Minnechaug Regional High School community know that all of us in 
the second district join them in taking pride in their season. 
Congratulations, Falcons.

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