[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 13 (Monday, February 14, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E125]
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RECOGNIZING THE WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS CHAMPION LUDLOW HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS 
                              SOCCER TEAM

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                          HON. RICHARD E. NEAL

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, February 14, 2000

  Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
accomplishments of the 1999 Ludlow High School girls soccer team. The 
Ludlow girls soccer team won the program's third Western Massachusetts 
title last year by defeating defending state champion Cathedral High 
School. The Lions defeated Central Massachusetts Champion Shrewbury en 
route to the state final match, where they fell just short of their 
goal.
  The Ludlow girls soccer team finished the year with a record of 19-2-
1. Ludlow was able to dominate a tough league in Western Massachusetts 
in 1999 by employing a highly skillful style of play. A team that was 
tough when it needed to be, Ludlow was capable of outclassing most of 
its opponents. As a result of their high class style, the Lions enjoyed 
the fervent support of the residents of the Town of Ludlow throughout 
the season.
  Head Coach Jim Calheno has built a very successful program at Ludlow 
High School. Coach Calheno is well-respected in the coaching community 
and his team is duly feared. The Ludlow talent pool run very deep, and 
the Lions are certain to be the team to beat in 2000. A group of 
talented Juniors, including All-America selected Liz Dyjak and All-New 
England selection Stephanie Santos, will be looking to claim the state 
title next season.
  Mr. Speaker, allow me to recognize there the players, coaches, and 
managers of the 1999 Ludlow High School girls soccer team. The Seniors 
are: Melissa Dominique, Sandy Salvador, Angela Goncalves, Jen Crespo, 
Marcy Bousquest, Lynsey Calheno, Jenn Genovevo, and Leana Alves. The 
Juniors are: Nicole Gebo, Lindsay Robillard, Lindsay Haluch, Kara 
Williamson, Sarah Davis, Liz Dyjak, Stephanie Santos, and Jessica 
Vital. The Sophomores are: Michele Goncalves, Lindsey Palatino, and 
Kirstine Goncalves. The Freshmen are: Natalie Gebo, Lauren Pereira, 
Beth Cochenour, Darcie Rickson, and Amy Rodrigues. The Head Coach is 
Jim Calheno, and he is assisted by Saul Chelo, Nuno Pereira, Melanie 
Pszeniczny, and Mario Monsalve. The managers are Melissa Santos and 
Elizabeth Barrow.
  Mr. Speaker, once again, allow me to congratulate the Ludlow High 
School girls soccer team on a season well played. I wish them the best 
of luck for the 2000 season.

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