[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 130 (Friday, August 1, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1675]
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  IN HONOR OF THE BEN DAVIS BOYS' TRACK AND FIELD TEAM, 2008 INDIANA 
                            STATE CHAMPIONS

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 31, 2008

  Mr. CARSON or Indiana. Madam Speaker, today I rise to offer my 
congratulations to the Ben Davis boys' track and field team. The Giants 
were crowned Indiana state track and field champions on May 31, 2008 at 
Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana.
  This is the first time that the Ben Davis boys' track and field team 
has captured the state championship although they have been state 
runner-up in 2000, 2002 and 2007. With this victory Ben Davis athletic 
teams have compiled one of Indiana's most impressive records, winning a 
total of 22 state championships since 1962.
  This year's team was led by a strong class of 23 seniors. Rapheal 
Williams and LaVarus Williams, along with juniors Colin Hester and 
Matthew Terrell gave an impressive team performance at the championship 
meet by taking first place in the 4x100 meter relay. Matthew Terrell 
also achieved individual success, finishing first in the 200 meter dash 
and securing his place as the 2008 Ben Davis Varsity Points Leader.
  This team's achievements would not have been possible without the 
support of a wide variety of coaches and school officials. Head Coach 
Mike Davidson, in his 17th season of coaching at Ben Davis, and his 
assistant coaching staff provided the players with guidance both on and 
off the track. Additionally, all the Ben Davis fans, and in particular 
the always energetic student body, should be recognized for their 
enthusiasm and pride in the team.
  Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in offering congratulations to 
the members of the team, the coaching staff, the school, and the 
greater Indianapolis community on their accomplishments throughout the 
season.

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