[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 31 (Thursday, March 19, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E430]
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    RECOGNIZING THE UNIVERSITY OF MARY HARDIN-BAYLOR LADY CRUSADERS 
                            BASKETBALL TEAM

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                           HON. CHET EDWARDS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 19, 1998

  Mr. EDWARDS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the University of 
Mary Hardin-Baylor Lady Crusaders of Belton, Texas for their 
determination in making it to the national women's basketball 
championship game.
  After posting an impressive season record of 24-6, the Lady Crusaders 
entered the women's NAIA Division II National Tournament unseeded. 
Fighting their way through highly ranked teams to the finals, they 
challenged Walsh University of Ohio for the championship trophy Tuesday 
night.
  Although they fell in the championship game, these young ladies 
combined effort, teamwork, dedication, and vision to fool the experts 
and outplay their opposition. The Lady Crusaders set several new 
tournament records and proved that the underdog should never be counted 
out.
  I ask you to join me in acknowledging the accomplishment of these 
outstanding athletes from my Texas Congressional District. 
Congratulations Lady Crusaders for a job well done.

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