[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 79 (Friday, June 14, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1059-E1060]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              TRIBUTE TO MARATHON GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY TEAM

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                          HON. JAMES T. WALSH

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 13, 2002

  Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Marathon 
High School Girls Field Hockey Team for winning their fourth 
consecutive Class D New York State Championship. The MHS Girls Field 
Hockey team, coached by three-time New York State Championship Coach 
Karen Funk, finished the year with an unprecedented (24-0) season while 
also receiving the New York State Scholar/Athlete Team Award by 
maintaining a team average of 94.5.
  The Lady Olympians scored a total of 127 goals this season while only 
allowing 6 goals against them which contributed to 18 total shutouts 
this season. In addition to their outstanding season, MHS had two 
National All American players and two All State Players. With a 
combination of hard work and determination the MHS Girls Field Hockey 
Team

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has established a dynasty within the realms of Girls Field Hockey.
  On behalf of the residents of the 25th Congressional District, it is 
my honor to congratulate the Marathon High School Girls Field Hockey 
team and their coach Karen Funk on their Class D New York State Girls 
Field Hockey Championship. With these remarks, I would like to 
recognize the following players and staff: Coach--Karen Funk, 
Scorekeeper--Jenelle Dayton, Alexandra Askew, Brooke Atwood, Nikki 
Biliings, Amanda Bliss, Danielle Braman, Lauren Brooks, Nicole Dann, 
Danielle Dayton, Danielle Diaz, Heather Doran, Alissa French, Lisa 
Gilbert, Jamie Gofgosky, Jessica Gofgosky, Eileen Hoyt, Maranda 
Kinsman, Tiffany Marsh, Jolene Phillips, Allison Robertson, Jacki Rose, 
Shira Thomas, and Kaitlin Veninsky.
  Congratulations to all.

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