[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 20 (Friday, March 1, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Page S1393]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          ADDITIONAL STATEMENT

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CONGRATULATING THE MEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN 
                               IN MADISON

 Mr. FEINGOLD. Mr. President, today, as a proud alumnus, I 
congratulate the Men's basketball team at the University of Wisconsin 
in Madison for their victory over the University of Michigan this week. 
This victory allowed UW's Coach Bo Ryan and his Badgers to claim the 
Big Ten conference title for the first time since 1947. As a fellow 
Badger, I am proud of their accomplishment and I look forward to their 
play in the post season.
  This marks the 104th season since the UW-Madison men's basketball 
program began. From their first season in 1898 to their Cinderella 
season two years ago, to this week, when they clinched the title, 
Badger Basketball has more than earned this Big Ten Championship. The 
people of Wisconsin continue to support and cheer for our Badgers each 
season. Known as one of the finest institutions of public higher 
education, UW-Madison also has proven to be a powerhouse in Big Ten 
sports.
  I take great pride in commending our men's basketball team. As a 
graduate of UW-Madison, I wish Coach Ryan and his Badger team all the 
best in the upcoming post season. Wisconsin is behind you, and we wish 
you all the luck. Go Badgers!

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