[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 123 (Monday, July 23, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1047]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING VINSON TIGERS 8-10 ALL STAR, WEST VIRGINIA

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                          HON. EVAN H. JENKINS

                            of west virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 23, 2018

  Mr. JENKINS of West Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
Vinson Tigers 8-10 All Stars for winning State Baseball Tournament. 
This team from Vinson, West Virginia overcame an early loss in the 
tournament to triumph in the championship game. The tigers defeated 
South Charleston by 10-2 to win their first title in the team's 
history. The heart and dedication these young players put into their 
team is incredible.
  I would like to congratulate the players, Eli Richards, Parker 
Phillips, Colin Dygert, Jonah Harrold, Zander Blankenship, Nyle Dygert, 
Devon Howard, Harrison Riggs, Isaiah Sanders, Gabe Chambers, Kaiden 
West, Evan Hagley, and Xander Marlins. Their manager Barry Ellis and 
two coaches Josh Dygert and Jamie Marlins have all worked extremely 
hard to win. Their love of baseball has helped them to succeed. I want 
to commend the players and Parents for the time and sacrifices they 
have made for their children and the coaches for their commitment to 
the team. I wish the Vison Tigers the best of luck as they continue in 
the Regional Tournament in Greenville, North Carolina this week.

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