[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 160 (Wednesday, December 14, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2535]
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            HONORING THE FLINT POWERS CATHOLIC H.S. CHARGERS

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                          HON. DALE E. KILDEE

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 14, 2005

  Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I am happy to rise today to congratulate the 
Chargers of Flint Powers Catholic High School, on winning the 2005-2006 
Michigan High School Athletic Association Division IV football 
championship. The Chargers defeated the Grand Rapids Catholic Central 
Cougars 17-10 in the final game, held November 25 at Ford Field in 
Detroit.
  It was certainly an exciting game that showcased some of the best 
talent the State of Michigan has to offer.
  The Chargers are a true testament of what hard work, dedication, 
determination, and a passionate desire to win can accomplish. Under the 
guidance of Head Coach Jack Pratt, and Assistant Coaches John 
Zintsmaster, David Pratt, John Pratt, and Brian McInerny, the 
championship served as a wonderful finish to a remarkable year, 
highlighted by a tremendous record of 12-2.
  The Chargers roster includes: seniors Josh Babcock, Tom Birchmeier, 
Eddy Brady, Nick Brown, Nick DeGroot, David Filipovich, Austin Flores, 
Billy Gonsler, Matt Gregson, Nate Kopydlowski, Tre Leoni, Andy 
McCarthy, Jamie Metcalf, Joe Mounger, Dain Murphy, Alex Perry, Tony 
Poma, Stevie Sleva, Zach Smith, Justin Ward, Ryan Webber, Zeke Zanettaj 
juniors Matthew Callahan, Kyle Everhart, Chris Filipovich, Eric 
Fridline, Ricky Guerra, Lance Harchick, Spencer Hickoff, Laval Lucas-
Perry, Bobby Macciomei, Michael McPherson, Joshua Michalik, James 
Milne, Matt Ockerman, Adam PeIc, Ryan Riker, Ryan Sitko, Andrew 
Skowronski, Thomas Strong, Brad Wittj and sophomores Chris Beer, Steve 
Bonar, John Buck, Louie Chamberlain, John Crook, Andy Herman, Ernie 
Jones, Tim Kirtek, Andrew Kowalczyk, Brendan Laney, Ronnie Lark, Jeff 
Maksymowski, Josh Miller, Aaron Sitko, Kyle Steibel, Alex Summers, 
David Weishuhn, Tom Zintsmaster, and Mike Zureikat. These young men, 
led by senior captains Birchmeier, Filipovich, Leoni, Poma, and Ward, 
proved to be leaders in the classroom, the football field, and the 
community. They are all shining examples of the school's commitment to 
success in all aspects of life.
  Mr. Speaker, I salute the accomplishments of the Powers Chargers, and 
share the joy of victory with the students, faculty, parents, alumni, 
and the entire Flint community. I am certain that when these fine young 
men look back upon their high school days, they shall deservedly count 
this state championship as one of their most cherished memories. I ask 
my colleagues to please join me in congratulating them, and wishing 
them the very best in their future endeavors.

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