[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 43 (Thursday, March 17, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E336]
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               CONGRATULATING COLUMBUS NORTH HIGH SCHOOL

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                            HON. LUKE MESSER

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 17, 2016

  Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Columbus North High 
School on its 2016 IHSAA state championship in girls' gymnastics.
  The Bull Dogs faced off against two-time defending champion 
Valparaiso High School on March 12th at Ball State University's Worthen 
Arena. During their tenth straight appearance at the state meet, the 
team made their mark by breaking the state record for total points and 
beating the runner-up Valparaiso Vikings 114.850 to 113.250. In fact, 
three of Columbus North's female gymnasts placed in the top five 
performances in Saturday's meet and Senior Katrina May was notably 
awarded the Mildred M. Ball Mental Attitude Award.
  I am proud of these young women for not only their remarkable win, 
but also for the Hoosier sportsmanship that they displayed throughout 
their undefeated season. I want to commend Coaches Sandy Freshour and 
Bob Arthur as well as all of the assistant coaches who led these young 
women through this historic victory.
  Congrats, Bull Dogs, on a perfect season.

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