[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 178 (Thursday, December 3, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2882-E2883]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING THE PENNEY HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS' CROSS COUNTRY TEAM

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 3, 2009

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly rise to congratulate the Penney 
High School girls' cross country team for winning their sixth Missouri 
Class 1 state championship in a row. Runners Erin Esry, Makayla Moon, 
Lindsey Vollmer, Bethany Jakopic, Brooke Flook, Saige Dilley, and 
Kathleen Clevenger along with managers Ashley Cramer, Olivia Allen and 
Coach Mark Vollmer all deserve many congratulations for their enormous 
success. Over the years, Coach Vollmer and his runners have displayed 
the hard work, determination, and class that is indicative of six-time 
champions.

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  Winning a state championship is not only a reflection of the results 
of a race but also the character of it competitors. Every member of 
this team can walk with her head held high knowing that she has 
achieved what very few could. I join the entire community of Hamilton 
in congratulating these young women and their coach on their 
achievements and look forward to more success to come.
  Madam Speaker, I respectfully request you join with me in commending 
the Penney High School girls' cross country team on their sixth 
straight state championship.

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