[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 31 (Thursday, March 3, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E411]
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CONGRATULATING THE DILLARD HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS' BASKETBALL TEAM ON THEIR 
                           STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

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                         HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 3, 2011

  Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
girls' basketball team of Dillard High School in Fort Lauderdale, 
Florida.
  Led by Coach Marcia Pinder, whose 776-171 career record is top among 
all Florida basketball coaches, male or female, the Panthers crowned a 
22-7 season by winning the Florida state championship for the second 
consecutive year. Under Coach Pinder's tutelage, the Dillard girls have 
consistently been recognized for being among the best at their sport, 
having won six titles overall.
  In this year's title game, the Panthers led most of the way and, with 
their key rebounds and clutch free throws, the game, which went to 
overtime, and the title ultimately belonged to Dillard.
  Mr. Speaker, I am very proud of the Lady Panthers and Coach Pinder, 
who have once again reached the pinnacle of success in their sport, and 
I am glad that they represent my district. They are all fine 
sportswomen and people of whom we can all be very proud. It is my 
distinguished honor to recognize their achievements.

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