[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 42 (Tuesday, March 27, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E454]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


        HONORING MODESTO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL'S BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM

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                          HON. GARY A. CONDIT

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 27, 2001

  Mr. CONDIT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Modesto Christian High 
School boys basketball team. On March 17, Modesto Christian High School 
played against Mater Dei of Santa Ana for the CIF Division I State 
Basketball Championship.
  Though the Crusaders were narrowly defeated, 57-54 their efforts 
under the leadership of Coach Gary Porter cannot go unnoticed. This 
team has inspired people throughout my district. The Crusaders posted 
an impressive 34-4 record in its first season of Division I--the 
highest level of high school basketball in California. Coach Porter has 
developed an outstanding program that has set an example throughout the 
state and nation. His encouraging his players to be their best is a 
staple at Modesto Christian High School.
  The championship game was senior Chuck Hayes' final game for the 
Crusaders where he had a game high 18 points and 20 rebounds. Hayes has 
been called the greatest high school player to come from this area. 
According to the Modesto Bee, ``Hayes' ability to take this game to 
another level against the best the state had to offer is what separated 
him from the rest.'' Hayes is not only an example on the court but off 
as well. His reputation is impeccable.
  Mr. Speaker, sometimes winning in life is more important than the 
points a team scores in a particular game. The Crusaders have proven 
that teamwork, dedication and integrity are key components to success 
not only in basketball, but also in life. It is an honor for me to 
recognize the winners at Modesto Christian for an outstanding season. 
These young men represent the Central Valley's best to the state.
  I ask my colleagues to rise and join me in honoring the Modesto 
Christian Crusaders: Jon Crenshaw; Chuck Hayes; Miles Scott; Brian 
Donham; James Noel; Richard Midgley; Marc Pratt; Jeff Porter; Josh 
Bouck; Kevin Bonner; Beau Brummell; Bobby Cole, Jr.; Marshall Meyers; 
William Patterson; and Davis Paris.

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