[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 182 (Tuesday, December 20, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1727]
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                   CONGRATULATING CURTIS HIGH SCHOOL

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                      HON. DANIEL M. DONOVAN, JR.

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 20, 2016

  Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Curtis 
High School football team for winning the Public Schools Athletic 
League city championship.
   After steamrolling their opponents throughout the regular season and 
playoffs, the Warriors defeated Erasmus Hall High School 24-21 at 
Yankee Stadium to capture the championship title and finish the season 
ranked first overall in New York City. Closing out their season with an 
undefeated 12-0 record, these young athletes proved that hard work, 
dedication, and perseverance are the keys to victory. The Warriors 
never backed down from tough competition this past season, and they 
definitely won't back down next season.
   Led by head coach Peter ``Gambo'' Gambardella, the Warriors 
demonstrated nothing but pure excellence on the field. Moreover, this 
team showed its dominance in the stats. Wide receiver Amad Anderson, 
Jr. finished the regular season tied first overall in touchdown 
receptions in the league; running back Ty'Son Lawton finished second in 
rushing yards and tied for first in rushing touchdowns; and quarterback 
Quincy Barnes finished second in passing yards and first in passing 
touchdowns. But as each of them knows, you always put your team before 
any personal glory. The Warriors exemplified teamwork and cooperation, 
so their championship should come as no surprise to their classmates, 
teachers, or parents.
   Mr. Speaker, this team gave their time, effort, and sweat to be 
where they are today. Their championship was well-deserved and I wish 
them nothing but continued success.

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