[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 34 (Thursday, March 23, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E414]
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SALUTING THE NCAA DIVISION III NATIONAL CHAMPION CALVIN COLLEGE KNIGHTS

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                         HON. VERNON J. EHLERS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 23, 2000

  Mr. EHLERS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise today 
to honor the NCAA Division III National Basketball Champion Calvin 
College Knights from Grand Rapids, Michigan. The Knights capped off 
their magical season on March 18, by defeating a very strong and 
talented Wisconsin-Eau Claire squad in the championship game, 79-74. 
The Knights finished their dream season with a 30-2 overall record 
enroute to the school's second national basketball title.
  Under the tutelage of fourth-year Head Coach Kevin VandeStreek and 
assistants Tim VanDyke and Chris Fear, the Knights provided excitement 
every time they hit the floor this season. Not only did these young men 
provide numerous memorable moments for the Calvin faithful, they did so 
with a strong sense of teamwork both on and off the floor.
  Members of the 1999-2000 Calvin College Knights include Kyle Smith, 
Bryan Foltice, Jon Potvin, Aaron Winkle, Dave Bartels, Nate Burgess, 
Nate Karsten, Tim Bruinsma, Jason DeKuiper, Jeremy Veenstra, Brian 
Krosschell, Nick Ploegstra, Jon VanderPlas, Derek Kleinheksel, Josh 
Tubergen, and Rob Dykstra.
  National championships are becoming the norm at Calvin College. In 
addition to the men's basketball championship, the women's cross 
country team has captured national titles the past two seasons. And if 
there were a championship for fans, Calvin would also be in the running 
for that title. Calvin College fans, also known as the best fans 
anywhere, are also to be commended for the tremendous support they 
provide to the student-athletes that represent Calvin College.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me today in saluting these 
young men for their fine conduct and stellar play throughout this 
storybook season. Not only did they serve as fine representatives for 
Calvin, they also served as ambassadors for all of West Michigan and 
for their league, the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association. 
Congratulations and best wishes to everyone associated with the Calvin 
College Knights!

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