[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 71 (Wednesday, May 12, 2010)]
[House]
[Page H3314]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               CONGRATULATING ALLEN AMERICANS HOCKEY TEAM

  (Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas asked and was given permission to address 
the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Today, I'd like to congratulate the players 
and coaches of the Allen Americans Hockey Team for capturing the 
Southern Conference championship title. This is the first time a first-
season team has accomplished this. After a stellar inaugural, winning 
season, the minor league hockey team earned a slot in the playoffs. 
They won two playoff series against Laredo and Odessa. Their final 
postseason game against the Rapid City Rush ended in a double overtime 
battle. It's no surprise they sent four players up to the American 
Hockey League.
  The Allen Americans play at the Allen Event Center, and folks should 
be proud to have such an accomplished, dedicated team representing 
their community. I've seen them--and they're good. I had the privilege 
of cheering on the Americans last season and I look forward to 
attending more games in the future.
  I wish the team and its players all the best. Congratulations. God 
bless you. I salute you. As the fans like to cheer: Dread the Red!

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