[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 47 (Wednesday, April 26, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E604-E605]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  THE FLOUR BLUFF NJROTC CHAMPIONSHIP

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                         HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 26, 2006

  Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend and congratulate 
South Texas' Flour Bluff High School's Navy Junior ROTC on winning 
their 10th consecutive Navy National Championship. These cadets have 
earned the state championship for the past 12 years and this year's 
victory marks their extraordinary 10th straight win in the national 
competition.
  This year they placed first in armed drill exhibition, academics, 
unit inspection, and overall drill. This is a group that sincerely 
enjoys the challenging intricacies of competition.
  Flour Bluff's NJROTC's unparalleled record comes from their ability 
to inspire future participants with their pride and dedication to 
excellence. They function like a family--always helping and learning 
from one another. Through the team's support and collaboration, they 
carry away memorable victories and lifelong friendships.
  These cadets' discipline and enthusiastic dedication enhance their 
natural talent. Such sacrifice and practice are indicative of our 
nation's military future, an opportunity many of these young people 
seek. They are indeed our best and brightest, and I am so proud of all 
of them.
  In high school competitions, as in life, the path to success requires 
hard work and an eager spirit. Competitions teach today's youth about 
teamwork and common effort, the fundamental components of life and 
work.
  Year after year, the Flour Bluff cadets continue to bring distinction 
to their school and bring hope for the future of America. Their skill, 
perseverance, and commitment to quality are an exemplary representation 
of what South Texas has to offer.

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  These are the cadets who earned Flour Bluff's 10th consecutive Navy 
National Championship: Adrian Altamirano, Sade Auzenne, Arielle 
Carchidi, Sara Carmony, Leslie Cox, Dirk de Haan, Valerie Dimalanta, 
Miranda Edson, Julisa Ellerbe, Tomas Falkenberg, Deon Farmer, Devin 
Galindo, Melinda Garibay, Pancho Gonzales, Tyler Grant, David Guillen, 
Caz Haas, Jonathan Hada, Gustavo Hernandez, Josef Horn, Matthew Horn, 
William Joyce, Cassandra Leal, Gilbert Lozano, Ellysa Luehrs, Conor 
Morrison, Steven Murawski, Ruby Neisser, Amielyn Nillo, Danielle 
Pletcher, Rudy Ponce, Roxanne Reeder, Daniel Samuelson, Rafaelle 
Sheehan, Jaclyn Stewart, Tanis Thompson, Tempestt Thompson, Tyler 
Warren, Eric Webb, and Jeremiah Widder.
  The coaches who led them to victory are CDR Armando R. Solis and 
assistants HMCS Lee Holloway and SKI David Pitts.
  I ask the House of Representatives to join me today in recognizing 
these young champions who know first hand how to compete and win 
graciously. Mr. Speaker, these young students have inspired us to 
continually strive for success.

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