[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 53 (Tuesday, April 14, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E492]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       A TRIBUTE TO THE EARLHAM HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 14, 2015

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
congratulate the Earlham High School Boys Basketball team for 
qualifying for the Iowa Boys State Basketball Tournament for the first 
time in their school's history. The Earlham team placed third in the 
tournament.
  The roster was led by Canyon Hopkins, named to the Class 1A All-
Tournament Team, but Earlham had many outstanding players. 
Congratulations to: Dan Schmidt, Alan Schmidt, Zach Schreck, Derek 
Hensley, Ben Williamson, Micah Bailey, Grant Detrick, Andy Algreen, 
Josh Smith, A.J. LePorte, Gable Johnson, Joey Harkins, Drew Williamson 
and Mason Madren on a great season. This team also had two dedicated 
managers. T. J. Harkins and Dominic Braet who also deserve recognition.
  The team was led by Coach Kevin Williamson and Assistant Coaches 
James Severson and Tim Harskamp. Coach Williamson also received the 
Class 1A Coach of the Year Award.
  Mr. Speaker, the example set by these students and coaches 
demonstrates that hard work, dedication, and perseverance deliver 
results. I am honored to represent them in the United States Congress. 
I know all of my colleagues in the House join me in congratulating the 
Earlham High School Boys Basketball team on their accomplishments this 
year. I wish continued success to this team and school in the future.

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