[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 112 (Friday, July 25, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1662]
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                             ASHLEY RUCKERT

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                           HON. DAVID VITTER

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 25, 2003

  Mr. VITTER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize and congratulate 
Ashley Ruckert. This week Ashley was unanimously selected as the 
Outstanding Player at the Louisiana High School All Star volleyball 
match in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She had 11 kills and eight digs to 
help the East team win the match.
  Her volleyball career began at Sacred Heart Academy in New Orleans 
where she had four outstanding seasons on the Varsity team, all of 
which the Rosary took home the state title.
  Ashley earned All-State, All-District, All-Metro and All-Orleans as a 
junior. She was named to the All-Tournament Team at the Louisiana State 
Championships twice and was a member of the Clarion Herald Elite 
Volleyball Team. A four-year letter winner and team captain, Ruckert 
was named Most Valuable Player at the recent State Championship.
  Her athletic pursuits will continue at Elon University in North 
Carolina where she has received an athletic scholarship to play I-A 
volleyball for the Phoenix.
  Ashley's athletic accomplishments are the result of her dedication, 
commitment and self discipline. Although known in the New Orleans area 
for her volleyball prowess--she is a very well rounded person. She 
balances well her extracurricular activities, academics and community 
service. Ashley is a wonderful example of the best and brightest in 
Louisiana. Her parents, John and Ellen Ruckert are to be commended.
  Again, congratulations Ashley and best of luck in your future 
pursuits.

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