[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 72 (Wednesday, June 5, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E959]
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                HONORING FLINT POWERS CATHOLIC CHARGERS

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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 Chargers of 
Flint Powers Catholic High School, on winning the 2001-2002 Michigan 
High School Athletic Association Class B State girls basketball 
championship. The Chargers defended their 2000-2001 championship in a 
repeat of last year's final game, defeating the Detroit Country Day 
Yellowjackets 54-53. It was certainly an exciting game that showcased 
some of the best talent the state of Michigan has to offer.
  The Chargers are a true testament of what hard work, determination, 
and a passionate desire to win can accomplish. Under the guidance of 
26-year Head Coach Kathy McGee, and Assistant Coaches Brad Terebinski, 
Betsy Kreston, and Kae Edison, the championship served as a wonderful 
finish to a remarkable year, marked with a perfect record of 28-0. In 
addition, the Michigan High School Coaches Association named Coach 
McGee Women's Basketball Coach of the Year.
  The Chargers' roster includes: seniors Rachael Carney, Rebekah Sirna, 
Ellen Tomek; juniors Brittney Brindley, Elizabeth Flemming, Jessica 
Guilbault, Michelle Landaal, Victoria Lucas-Perry, Shannon Rettenmund, 
Ann Skufca; sophomores Erin Carney, Lauren Goggins, Maddison Snow; and 
freshmen Tia Duncan, Cari Pigott. These young women, led by team 
captains Carney, Lucas-Perry, and Tomek, proved to be leaders in the 
classroom, the basketball court, and the community. They are all 
shining examples of the Lansing Diocese's strong commitment to success 
in all aspects of life.
  Mr. Speaker, I salute the accomplishments of the Powers Chargers, and 
share the joy of their victory with Powers students and alumni and 
especially the people in my hometown of Flint. I ask my colleagues in 
the 107th Congress to join me in congratulating these fine ladies.

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