[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 41 (Wednesday, March 20, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E345]
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    CONGRATULATING THE INDIANA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY WILDCATS WOMEN'S 
                            BASKETBALL TEAM

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                          HON. SUSAN W. BROOKS

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 20, 2013

  Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to congratulate the 
Indiana Wesleyan University Women's Basketball team for winning the 
NAIA Division II National Women's Basketball Championship. The IWU 
Wildcats from Marion, Indiana defeated the Davenport University 
Panthers, winning their second national title in seven years.
  The Wildcats played in the spotlight of the NAIA throughout this 
phenomenal season, which ended with a winning record of 35-3. Since the 
1999-2000 season, Coach Steve Brooks has demonstrated outstanding 
leadership while serving as the head basketball coach. Last year, his 
leadership both on and off the court was publicly recognized when he 
was selected as the RUSSELL ATHLETIC/WBCA NAIA National Coach of the 
Year, and this year he was honored as the NAIA Phyllis Holmes Coach of 
the Year, an honor he also received in 2007. As the daughter of a high 
school football coach, I understand the time commitment and personal 
sacrifices required to lead young athletes to victory, and applaud 
Coach Brooks' leadership.
  In recognition of their achievements, one of the Wildcats was named 
to the NAIA All-American First Team, while another teammate was chosen 
as a NAIA All-American Honorable Mention. This outstanding 
accomplishment is a reflection of the quality and character of IWU's 
players as well as their exceptional athletic talent. The coaches and 
players of the IWU team exemplify the highest virtues of the community: 
teamwork, loyalty, sportsmanship, and dedication.
  Once again, congratulations Wildcats, we are very proud of you. We 
look forward to cheering you on through another great season next year.

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