[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 76 (Wednesday, May 19, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E889]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


          CROWN POINT BULLDOGS 8 AND UNDER GIRLS SOFTBALL TEAM

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                            state of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 19, 2010

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Madam Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to pay 
tribute to the exceptional achievements of the 2009 Crown Point 
Bulldogs 8 and Under Girls Softball Team. This truly remarkable 
softball team accomplished extraordinary feats during their undefeated 
season. For their great ability and skill, as well as their tremendous 
dedication and hard work, these outstanding young athletes are to be 
congratulated.
  On July 12, 2009, the Crown Point Bulldogs 8 and Under Girls Softball 
team won the National Softball Association's Indiana State 
Championship. They went undefeated with a record of 4-0 in the 
tournament. The team then went on to win the National Softball 
Association World Series, with a record of 5-1. This victory marked the 
first World Series Championship in Crown Point history.
  The people of Crown Point as well as the community of Northwest 
Indiana can be proud of this successful and talented softball team. The 
team consists of: Maggie Ballentine, Kari Bauner, Hannah Bond, Madelyn 
Elish, Gracie Frazier, Skylar Hekkel, Hailey Herbert, Brooke Manhatton, 
Mallory McMahon, Caitlyn Phillips, Emma Van Prooyen, and Megan Van 
Prooyen.
  Madam Speaker, I would like to once again extend my most heartfelt 
congratulations to the members of the 2009 Crown Point Bulldogs 8 and 
Under Girls Softball Team, as well as head coach Kevin Frazier, 
assistant coaches Mike Manhatton, Shawn Ballentine, and Matt McMahon, 
and all of the community, including parents and caregivers, who have 
instilled in this team the desire to succeed, as well as the great 
value and discipline found in sports activities. I look forward to 
watching their future athletic achievements as they continue to rise to 
the top.

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