[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 150 (Wednesday, December 10, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1787]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


       CONGRATULATIONS TO EDINA HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS' TENNIS CHAMPS!

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                           HON. ERIK PAULSEN

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 10, 2014

  Mr. PAULSEN. Mr. Speaker. today I rise to commend the Edina High 
School girls' tennis team on their 2014 Minnesota State Championship.
  The Edina Hornets clinched the state tennis team title with a strong 
performance top to bottom in their 6-1 victory over Prior Lake. Senior 
Caitlyn Merzbacher and Freshman Sophia Reddy led the way in Singles 
play, but it took a complete team effort to take home the title.
  Credit goes to Coach Steve Paulsen, who now can now count this as his 
19th state title, including 18 in a row. With such a consecutive title 
streak on the line, it's easy to see these Edina athletes have no 
problem coping with pressure.
  Tennis is a game with tremendous ups and downs that takes focus, 
mental toughness, and an ability to overcome mistakes. Edina's success 
is a testament to the time spent day after day honing those skills.
  What makes it even more impressive is that these Hornet athletes are 
able to thrive at their sport while still meeting their academic, 
family, and social commitments. Family and friends should be 
tremendously proud of what these girls have accomplished.
  It is my pleasure to honor and congratulate the Edina High School 
girls' tennis team on bringing home another state title!

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