[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 176 (Wednesday, November 19, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2253-E2254]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING MATER DEI KNIGHTS VOLLEYBALL TEAM

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                           HON. JOHN SHIMKUS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 19, 2008

  Mr. SHIMKUS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the Mater Dei 
Knights Volleyball Team. The Knights placed third at the IHSA State 
Volleyball match on Saturday November 15, 2008.
  Continuing their tradition of success, this is the Knights' 12th 
trophy in school history. The Knights competed for their title against 
Chicago Payton. Winning in just two games, the Knights defeated Payton 
by scores of 25-17 and 25-22.
  It is my pleasure to congratulate Coaches Fred Rakers and Chad Rakers 
along with the Knights Volleyball Team members--Cortney

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Crocker, Morgan Dall, Laura Thole, Tabatha Albers, Andria Lampe, Kalye 
Boeckmann, Maria Gebke, Alison Mueller, Ashley Rakers, Nicole Strieker, 
Samantha Bedard, Kayla Eversgerd, Alyssa Hitpas, Brooke Schulte, and 
Abbey Winter--on their success.
  I wish the Knights continued success for seasons to come!

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