[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 56 (Friday, April 15, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E741]
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              ALAMOSA COOLSUNSHINE WRESTLING TEAM TRIBUTE

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                          HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 15, 2011

  Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the participants 
of the 2011 Rocky Mountain Nationals Youth Wrestling Tournament in 
Denver, Colorado. As in the Colorado State High School Tournament, the 
San Luis Valley was well represented and enjoyed immense success.
  Known for its high degree of difficulty, the Tournament can be one of 
the most challenging in the area. That reputation underscores the 
accomplishments of the wrestlers from the San Luis Valley. Three 
members of the Alamosa Coolsunshine Team placed in the top five for 
their respective weight divisions, most notably Isaiah DeLaCerda who 
grabbed second place in the 82 pound 12 & Under Bracket. Dozens of 
other wrestlers from southern Colorado also placed, including Dante 
Martinez, Michael Valdez and Austin Vance of Monte Vista.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize the success grapplers from 
around Colorado enjoyed in the Rocky Mountain Nationals Youth Wrestling 
Tournament. There is no doubt they will continue to represent their 
community admirably for many years.

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