[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 67 (Thursday, May 25, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E835]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING THE UNITED HOCKEY LEAGUE CHAMPION FLINT GENERALS

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                          HON. DALE E. KILDEE

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 24, 2000

  Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, today I congratulate the Flint Generals of 
the United Hockey League, who on May 17, defeated the Quad City 
Mallards in the UHL Colonial Cup Championship series. The game was 
truly an exciting battle, which the Generals won 5-4.
  The Generals are a great example of what hard work, determination, 
and a passionate desire to win can accomplish. The Generals celebrated 
a stellar regular season with a record of 51-14-9, and 111 points. This 
not only earned them the Central Division Championship, but they tied a 
league record for most points by a team in the regular season.
  The Generals went on to score decisive victories in the postseason, 
defeating the Madison Kodiaks, the Muskegon Fury, and ultimately, a 
strong and skilled Mallard team.
  The Generals are the third team to bring a professional hockey 
championship to my hometown of Flint, Michigan. They are another 
testament to the rich sports history that exists throughout the state 
of Michigan. Their accomplishments shine bright in the eyes of the 
people of Flint. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the 106th Congress 
to join me in saluting the Flint Generals. They are true champions.

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