[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 109 (Tuesday, July 29, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1558]
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                    TRIBUTE TO COACH RICHARD MARLER

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                           HON. NICK LAMPSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 29, 1997

  Mr. LAMPSON. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow, my friend, Coach Richard Marler, 
will be inducted into the Texas High School Coaches Association Hall of 
Fame. For 22 years, Coach Marler was head coach at Stephen F. Austin 
High School in Port Arthur. He amassed a career record of 138 wins, 86 
losses and 9 ties. Nine of his Eagle teams qualified for the State 
playoffs. Twice, his teams reached the State semifinals.
  Coach Marler's fine career is a testament to the need for 
perseverance. Three of his first four campaigns as head coach were 
losing seasons. But, in time, success came. Football fans in the Golden 
Triangle will long remember the Eagles' 1983 season when Coach Marler 
led his team to a 13-1-1 record and the Class 3A semifinals.
  Far above and beyond football, Coach Marler has made a positive 
impact on the lives of countless young men. He taught them the value of 
hard work and discipline. He was a role model for many young men who 
needed one desperately.
  Richard Marler continues to be an asset to his community. Before this 
House of Representatives, I wish to congratulate him on this 
recognition and to thank him for his friendship.

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