[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 84 (Monday, June 13, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1072]
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 RECOGNIZING THE UNIVERSITY OF WEST FLORIDA ARGONAUTS BASEBALL TEAM AS 
              THE 2011 NCAA DIVISION II NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 13, 2011

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
University of West Florida's baseball team on becoming the 2011 NCAA 
Division II National Champions.
  Saturday, June 4, 2011 was a proud day to be wearing green and blue. 
Over 700 miles from home, the USA Baseball National Training Complex 
was filled with Argonaut spirit. After a remarkable season of 52-9, the 
University of West Florida baseball team scored a National 
Championship, bringing home the first national NCAA title for UWF.
  Under the direction of Head Coach and former Argo player Mike 
Jeffcoat, the impressive victory of 12-2 against Winona State showcased 
not only his leadership, but also the determination of these young 
athletes. Through their unwavering dedication and teamwork, these young 
men earned the title of national champions and have made Northwest 
Florida proud. Their inspiration and victory was a grand slam not only 
for the team, but for the University and the entire Gulf Coast.
  On behalf of the United States Congress, I congratulate the 
University of West Florida Argonauts for their outstanding 
accomplishments. My wife Vicki joins me in offering our best wishes to 
the team, coaches, faculty, and students at the University of West 
Florida for their continued success.

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