[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 86 (Wednesday, June 20, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1161-E1162]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO TOM HUBBARD

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 20, 2001

  Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Tom Hubbard 
of Limon, Colorado, this year's recipient of the Fred Steinmark High 
School Athlete of the Year award. The Steinmark Award honors an 
individual who makes a positive and lasting difference in the lives of 
others while at the same time achieving excellence in athletics. The 
award is a fitting tribute to a young man who has given of himself 
immeasurably during the course of his young life.
  For four years, Tom Hubbard has achieved excellence. Not many can 
match his drive and dedication. As a student he graduated valedictorian 
with a 4.0 grade-point average. While Football is Tom's main sport, for 
which he has earned all-state honors for the past two years, he has 
also excelled in track, baseball, and basketball being named to the 
all-state squad for each sport. Even with all his success Tom has 
remained humble, finding time to do the necessary chores on his 
family's ranch as well as being a role model in the Limon community.
  In the fall, Tom will be attending the University of Colorado where 
he will surely continue to push for excellence in academics and 
athletics. ``In high school sports and academics I have strived to keep 
the importance of each in perspective,'' said Tom in a recent Rocky 
Mountain News article ``My love of competition has helped me to use my 
God-given talents in a positive way. But talented teammates and 
classmates, dedicated coaches and teachers have helped me have an 
unforgettable high school career.'' In addition to being an excellent 
student-athlete Tom is also a natural leader. Tom was senior class vice 
president, a peer counselor, president of the letterman's club, and 
participated in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, all the time 
helping his family host numerous foreign exchange students from around 
the world.
  Mr. Speaker, Tom Hubbard is a role model to which people of all ages 
can and should look up to. I think that we all owe him a debt of 
gratitude for his service and dedication to the community.
  Tom's community, state and nation are proud of him and grateful for 
his leadership.

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