[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 32 (Tuesday, March 2, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E307]
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     CONGRATULATING THE STRASBURG HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 2, 1999

  Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Strasburg High 
School girls basketball team on their Class 2A District 8 Championship.
  The Strasburg players, led by Coach Merci Ames, will now advance to 
the next level in the state basketball playoffs and their shot at the 
Colorado State 2A Championship.
  All teams, no matter what the sport, continually strive to find that 
special and unique combination of teamwork, leadership, skill and 
effort which unlocks the door to success. Under careful tutelage, hard-
working teams not only win games, but also build the confidence 
necessary to win championships. Clearly, these dedicated hoopsters have 
found this winning formula and attained the next rung of sporting 
success.
  Greater challenges remain, however, and I wish the Strasburg High 
School girls basketball team the best of luck in the Colorado 2A State 
Championship. No matter what the outcome of the next game, this team 
has proven it has the heart of a champion, and can take pride in the 
District 8 Championship.

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