[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 139 (Thursday, October 24, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1954]
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       TRIBUTE TO THE LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL LADY SAVAGE SOFTBALL TEAM

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 24, 2002

  Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Lamar High 
School Lady Savage Softball Team from Lamar, Colorado. These young 
women, under the direction of Head Coach Fermin Ruiz and Assistant 
Coaches Alan Crouse and Kristi Gallegos, went undefeated for 24 games 
and advanced to the State championship where they demonstrated strong 
teamwork and exceptional skill, nearly defeating Erie High School.
  The Lamar Lady Savage's record demonstrates what individuals can 
achieve if they remain diligent and work together. I am proud of these 
young women because they each contributed unique gifts and abilities to 
their team and brought out the best in one another.
  The Lamar High School Lady Savage 2002-2003 Softball team includes 
seniors Mindy Medina, Sheena Wollert, Dawne Baca, Velvet Lucero, Karli 
Pelley, Ashley Dieterle, Kara Downing, Jane Peacock, Buffy Marquez, and 
Megan Grasmick. Junior players include Katrina Lundy and Paige Ruiz. 
The two sophomores, Robyn Marquez and Michelle Madsen were joined by 
freshman Veronica Carillo. Together, all players contributed to a 
phenomenal season and a great team. I am very proud of them all.

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