[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 72 (Wednesday, June 5, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E950-E951]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING PONTIAC NORTHERN HUSKIES

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                          HON. DALE E. KILDEE

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 4, 2002

  Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Huskies of 
Pontiac Northern High School, on winning the 2001-2002 Michigan High 
School Athletic Association Class A State boys basketball championship. 
The Huskies defended their 2000-2001 championship by defeating the 
Detroit Redford Huskies 66-58 in the final game, becoming the 15th team 
in state history to win consecutive titles.

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It was certainly an exciting game that showcased some of the best 
talent the state of Michigan has to offer.
  The Huskies are a true testament of what hard work, determination, 
and a passionate desire to win can accomplish. Under the guidance of 
Head Coach Robert Rogers and Assistant Coaches Craig Covington, Phillip 
Dada, Kevin James, and Tim Webb, the championship served as a wonderful 
finish to a remarkable year, marked with a tremendous record of 23-4.
  The Huskies' roster includes: seniors Sean Moore, Dominique Hardiman, 
Derrick Ponder, David Stephens, Lester Abram, Debon Johnson; juniors 
Anthony Rogers, Bates Gay, Antonio Bones, Quan Dillahunty, James Smith, 
Mike Morris, Brian Abram; and sophomore John Cantrell. These young men, 
led by team captains Abram and Ponder, proved to be leaders in the 
classroom, the basketball court, and the community. They are all 
shining examples of the Pontiac School District's strong commitment to 
success in all aspects of life.
  Mr. Speaker, I salute the accomplishments of the Northern Huskies, 
and share the joy of their victory with Northern students and alumni 
and especially the people of Pontiac. I ask my colleagues in the 107th 
Congress to join me in congratulating these fine gentlemen.

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