[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 33 (Tuesday, March 9, 2010)]
[Senate]
[Page S1308]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                   MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS

 Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, it is with great pleasure that I 
congratulate the University of New Mexico men's basketball team for 
achieving a second straight Mountain West Conference title.
  The team's accomplishments include a school record 28 wins, including 
10 road wins this season. In addition, their remarkable achievements 
include 14 consecutive victories and top 10 rankings in both the AP and 
ESPN/USA Today polls.
  Renowned for passionate fans, the University of New Mexico men's 
basketball team dedication to character and teamwork has brought 
tremendous pride to the people of New Mexico and offers our country a 
reflection of this spirit.
  I also wish to commend the leadership of senior cocaptain Roman 
Martinez for his excellence in the classroom and his contributions to 
the community. As an Academic All-American, Roman exemplifies the true 
character of a student-athlete. Knowing Roman's dedication to service 
in the community, it is clear that his role in this most worthy pursuit 
will be even greater in the years to come.
  Along with my fellow New Mexicans, I wish these students much success 
as they prepare to compete in the Mountain West Conference and NCAA 
tournaments, and I applaud their achievements.

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