[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 52 (Monday, April 13, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E473]
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                          HONORING MATT COLIN

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                           HON. LOIS FRANKEL

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 13, 2015

  Ms. FRANKEL of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with my colleague 
Congressman Ted Deutch to congratulate Head Coach Matt Colin, a dear 
family friend, for his outstanding leadership with the Wellington High 
School Boys' Basketball team. On February 29, he--alongside his brother 
Mike Colin, varsity Assistant Coach--led the Wolverines to their first 
state championship.
  Coach Colin's leadership has been widely recognized. He received the 
``Coach of the Year'' from the Florida High School Athletic League for 
8A Basketball.
  In addition to the state championship, Coach Colin guided the 
Wolverines through a historic season record of 29-3 and the program's 
longest winning streak of 16 consecutive wins.
  In pursuit of their first state championship, the Wolverines adopted 
the San Antonio Spurs' ``Pound the Rock'' mantra. Coach Colin used this 
phrase to motivate his students to persevere throughout the season, 
despite all odds. This is a principle that rings true in all aspects of 
life and has helped his students grow into leaders among their peers.
  It brings me great joy to honor his leadership and mentorship in our 
community. I wish Coach Colin and the Wolverines continued success.

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