[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 127 (Monday, September 8, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1331]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


 RECOGNIZING THE ANGELINA COLLEGE LADY ROADRUNNERS FOR CLAIMING NJCAA 
                           CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE

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                           HON. LOUIE GOHMERT

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 8, 2014

  Mr. GOHMERT. Mr. Speaker, it is indeed an honor to recognize the 
incredible 2013-2014 Angelina College Lady Roadrunner Softball team 
members who merit congratulations for their success, both on and off 
the field. This group of extraordinary women attained for their school 
the coveted title of NJCAA Division I National Softball Champions, an 
accomplishment which also represents the first national title for 
Angelina College.
   In addition, the Lady Roadrunners became the first team from Texas 
to win the NJCAA Division I World Series since the tournament's 
inception in 1977.
   From start to finish, this team had to overcome adversity at every 
turn--including mechanical malfunctions, bad weather and sleep 
deprivation. But on the field, this team exemplified what determination 
could accomplish.
   The team lost in game one of the championship tournament, but the 
Lady Roadrunners rallied behind their defeat and triumphed in game two 
over Central Florida with a score of eight to five. The team finished 
out their season with forty-two wins, sixty-two homeruns and a national 
title.
   Off the field and in the classroom, this group of women illustrate 
that determination can translate into success no matter the arena. 
These young women finished their championship season with a total grade 
point average for the team of three point three, landing them an 
appearance on the Academic All-American list.
   It is my privilege to honor team members Madalyn Sumrall, Trina 
Deyo, Katelyn Barker, Kaylon Morvant, Kristin Boulware, Gia Johns, 
Taylor Harper, Shelby Bruner, Sage Martinez, Kassie James, Sidney 
Allen, Kayleigh Roy, Meranda Rodriguez, Samantha Moore, Melissa Boland, 
Ashley Ingle, and Tessa Thomas.
   The team undoubtedly thrived under the skillful leadership of Head 
Coach Mark Mattson, Assistant Coach Barbara Mattson, Student Trainer 
Bridget Chandler, Athletic Secretary Debbie Mareno, Sports Information 
Director Gary Stallard, Athletic Director Guy Davis, and Angelina 
College President Dr. Larry Phillips.
   It is with great pride that I join the constituents of the First 
District of Texas in congratulating the players and athletic staff of 
the 2014 NJCAA Division I National Champions, the Angelina College Lady 
Roadrunner Softball Team. Their legacy is now recorded in the 
Congressional Record, which will endure as long as there is a United 
States of America.

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