[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 137 (Monday, December 6, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2162-E2163]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    RECOGNIZING THE McGRAW HIGH SCHOOL LADY EAGLES ON THEIR SOCCER 
                              CHAMPIONSHIP

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                         HON. SHERWOOD BOEHLERT

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, December 6, 2004

  Mr. BOEHLERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the McGraw High 
School Lady Eagles for their outstanding performance and their victory 
in the New York State Class D Soccer Championship.
  The Lady Eagles won the title match with a 1-0 victory over 
Chateaugay on November 20th. Under the leadership of coaches John and 
Kathy Rutan, they concluded an amazing undefeated season with winning 
the state championship. Their impressive 24-0 record was the first 
perfect season for the Lady Eagles, as well as the first state title in 
school history.
  I would like to recognize goalkeeper Christy Mott, forwards Taryn 
Bilodeau, Jen Rutan, and midfielder Laura Buerkle for their outstanding 
individual achievements. Christy Mott was awarded the State Tournament 
Class D Goalkeeper award, as well as an Honorable Mention in the 
Central Counties League All-Stars. Taryn Bilodeau, in addition to being 
named a Central Counties League All-Star, scored her 100th career goal 
this season, was named to the 2nd team in the Central New York All-Star 
voting, and the Section III Class D All-Star Team. Along with Bilodeau, 
Jen Rutan and Laura Buerkle shared Central Counties League All Star 
positions, as well as Section III Class D All-Star honors.
  Their remarkable season is a testament to their dedication and 
commitment to the sport and to the character of these young ladies.

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  The 2004 McGraw High School Girls Soccer team members include: 
Roster: Sarah Bilodeau, Taryn Bilodeau, Laura Buerkle, Monica Byron, 
Caroline Byrne, Megan Camillo, Jamie Harriger, Rachel Harriger, Natasha 
Ignatowski, Ashley McAdam, Allison Murray, Christy Mott, Diane Ralyea, 
Amanda Reynolds, Heather Rogers, Jen Rutan, Amanda Stevens, Sandra 
Suomikallio, and Kaci Williams. Coach: John Rutan, Assistant Coach: 
Kathy Rutan.

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