[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 43 (Thursday, March 18, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E477-E478]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING COLORADO GIRLS STATE BASKETBALL 3A CHAMPIONS--EATON HIGH 
                                 SCHOOL

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 18, 1999

  Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to extend my heartiest 
congratulations to the Eaton High School girls basketball team on their 
impressive State 3A Championship. The victory, a hard fought 50-47 win 
over Pagosa Springs High School, was a thrilling contest between two 
talented and deserving teams. In championship competition, though, one 
team must emerge victorious, and Eaton proved themselves the best in 
their class--truly second to none.
  The State 3A Championship is the highest achievement in high school 
basketball. This coveted trophy symbolizes more than just the team and 
its coach, Bob Ervin, as it also represents the staunch support of the 
players' families, fellow students, school personnel and the community. 
From now on, these people can point to the 1998-1999 girls basketball 
team with pride, and know they were part of a remarkable athletic 
endeavor. Indeed, visitors to this town and school will see a sign 
proclaiming the Girls State 3A Championship, and know something special 
had taken place there.
  The Eaton basketball squad is a testament to the old adage that the 
team wins games, not individuals. The combined talents of these players 
coalesced into a dynamic and dominant basketball force. Each team 
member also deserves to be proud of her own role. These individuals are 
the kind of people who lead by example and serve as role-models. With 
the increasing popularity of sports among young

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people, local athletes are heroes to the young in their home towns. I 
admire the discipline and dedication these high schoolers have shown in 
successfully pursuing their dream.
  The memories of this storied year will last a lifetime. I encourage 
all involved, but especially the Eaton players, to build on this 
experience by dreaming bigger dreams and achieving greater successes. I 
offer my best wishes to this team as they move forward from their State 
3A Championship to future endeavors.

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