[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 185 (Friday, December 18, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1838]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, December 18, 2015

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize the 
Kearney High School football team. This is a group of very special 
young men who have exemplified the finest qualities of teamwork, 
devotion and sportsmanship by taking an active part in the classroom 
and on the field. These Bulldogs relentlessly pursued their goal and 
were rewarded with their fourth state football title in school history.
   The Kearney Bulldogs defeated Webb City 17-14 in the Missouri Class 
Four Championship. Junior Ethan Luft managed to recover a last second 
fumble on the goal line to secure the victory. The work and effort 
these young men have persevered through over the years has not only 
earned them numerous honors on and off the field, but also the respect 
of their families, classmates, and community.
   Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending the Kearney 
High School football team for their accomplishments on the field and 
for their efforts put forth in achieving the highest distinction of 
Missouri Class Four state champions.

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