[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 115 (Wednesday, September 14, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1843]
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                          CHRISTOPHER R. GETZ

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                       HON. CAROLYN C. KILPATRICK

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 14, 2005

  Mrs. KILPATRICK of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize and 
congratulate Mr. Christopher R. Getz from Grosse Pointe, Michigan for 
his selection in the top 5 rounds of the 2005 Major League Baseball 
Draft.
  Being drafted by a Major League Baseball club is a rare 
accomplishment that only 1,500 high school and college ball players 
across the country ever achieve, but to be selected in the first five 
rounds is truly a triumph. Only 1 of 150 is drafted. I am proud to have 
such a distinguished athlete from a city in my district.
  Christopher attended Grosse Pointe South High School, excelling in 
baseball and setting records for batting average, doubles, stolen 
bases, saves and more. In 2001, Christopher led his team to a state 
championship against Grand Ledge.
  He attended Wake Forest and was ranked one of the best second baseman 
in America by Baseball America in his freshman year.
  Christopher later attended the University of Michigan where he 
continued to shine. Some of his numerous accolades include NCAA 
Division 1 District V player of the year, All-Big Ten second baseman 
for two consecutive years, and selection to the all-tournament team at 
the big ten championship. Christopher finished his college career with 
an astounding .355 batting average.
  With his numerous awards and impressive statistics it is no surprise 
Christopher was selected in the first five rounds of the Major League 
Baseball draft to the Chicago White Sox. I am proud to recognize 
Christopher as an impressive ballplayer and constituent, and I wish him 
the best of luck in the Major Leagues.

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