[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 144 (Monday, December 1, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1666]
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          HONORING THE LYNDEN CHRISTIAN GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAM

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                         HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, December 1, 2014

  Ms. DelBENE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 2014 
Lynden Christian girls volleyball team. On November 15, the Lynden 
Lyncs won the Class 1A state championship, a fitting end to their 
impressive season. I congratulate them on this memorable achievement.
   The Lyncs only suffered two defeats during the entire regular 
season. On the way to the first title in school history, they defeated 
Kalama, Cascade, and Bellevue Christian, dropping only one set 
throughout the state tournament. The team's motto for the year, ``Start 
Strong, Finish Stronger,'' was on display during the championship 
match, when the Lyncs secured the title with a resounding 3-0 victory 
over King's High School.
   I would like to give special recognition to Kara Bajema, Madison 
Weg, and Carli Tjoelker for their pivotal roles in the championship 
match, and throughout the season. Bajema, a junior, had 14 kills and 13 
digs, while Weg had 11 kills and 14 assists. Tjoelker added 14 assists.
   Lynden Christian's impressive performance on the court is also a 
testament to the leadership of Coach Kim Grycel. Coach Grycel provided 
the team with the encouragement and training necessary to achieve this 
notable victory. The title provided a fitting cap to the most 
successful season in school history for the Lyncs volleyball team.
   Again, I congratulate the Lynden Christian girls volleyball team on 
all of their success. Their accomplishments and success are hard-earned 
and well-deserved.

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