[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 94 (Tuesday, June 17, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E995]
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       CONGRATULATIONS TO MINNETONKA GIRLS STATE TRACK CHAMPIONS

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                           HON. ERIK PAULSEN

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 17, 2014

  Mr. PAULSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Minnetonka 
Girls State Track team on winning their second consecutive high school 
state championship.
  Last June, the Minnetonka Skippers overcame the odds and defeated the 
favored team for the State Title. The girls knew a repeat wouldn't be 
easy with many strong contenders such as Cretin-Derham Hall, Lakeville 
South, Alexandria, and Prior Lake. But they remained focused on their 
goal and came out on top once again.
  Seniors Elizabeth Endy, who won the 800 meter title and contributed 
to the 4x800 gold medal and 4x400 silver medal and Senior Mia Barron, 
who set all-time state high school records in both the long jump and 
triple jump events at the State Tournament. Their leadership and 
athleticism will be missed at Minnetonka next year.
  The team sailed to victory due to the energy and vigor of the 
athletes throughout the season as well as at the State Tournament, 
where many strong performances had a hand in the win. The team emerged 
mid-season with strength in middle distance, relays and jumps. Key to 
the Skippers success is head Coach Reimer-Morgan, who has coached track 
at the school for 30 years.
  Mr. Speaker, I applaud the dedication of both Coach Reimer-Morgan and 
the members of the Girls Skipper Track Team. Winning a State Title is 
no easy feat, especially defending the title for a consecutive second 
year. This win is a testament to the power of teamwork and perseverance 
of the student athletes.
  Once again, congratulations to the Minnetonka Girls Track Team on 
becoming state champions.

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