[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 181 (Thursday, December 19, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1907]
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                HONORING THE BEAR CREEK BOYS SOCCER TEAM

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                         HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 19, 2013

  Ms. DelBENE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 2013 Bear Creek 
High School boys soccer team. On November 23, the Bear Creek Grizzlies 
won the 1B/2B state championship, ending their impressive season with a 
record of 21-2-0. I congratulate them on this impressive achievement.
  This championship victory was especially fulfilling for Bear Creek 
High School because it settled a rivalry between them and Grace 
Academy. The Grizzlies' only two losses during the season were to Grace 
Academy, with both of those games ending in 0-0 draws and decided by 
penalty kicks. Tied 0-0 at halftime, the Grizzlies would not let 
history repeat again, and they came together to win the state 
championship game by a score of 2-0.
  I would like to give special recognition to Jesse Leuenberger and 
Nathan Sim who scored the two goals of the state final. Goalkeeper 
Blake Denniston also played a pivotal role in the final game, earning a 
shutout in the championship game.
  The Grizzlies' defense racked up 16 shutouts this season and the 
offense outscored its opponents by 87-7.
  The Grizzlies' impressive record this season is also a testament to 
the team's high level of coaching. Coach Chad Pohlman provided the boys 
with encouragement and training necessary to achieve this notable feat.
  Again, I congratulate the Bear Creek boys soccer team on all of their 
success. Their accomplishments and success are hard-earned and well-
deserved.

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