[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 19 (Wednesday, January 29, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E98-E99]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING LEXI RODRIGUEZ FOR BEING NAMED THE 2019-2020 GATORADE 
                 ILLINOIS VOLLEYBALL PLAYER OF THE YEAR

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                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 29, 2020

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lexi Rodriguez, 
a junior from Sterling High School, who was named the 2019-2020 
Gatorade Illinois Volleyball Player of the Year.
  Lexi led the Golden Warriors to a 36-6 record and a second win at 
Class 3A State Championships this year. Showing her dedication to 
sports, she also took part of this season to help Team USA win a gold 
medal at the FIVB Girls U18 World Championships in Egypt. In addition, 
she is a three-year class president and a youth volleyball coach. As a 
former athlete, I commend her for her determination and attitude. Lexi 
is an example of the importance of dedication and a strong work ethic. 
I am proud to see her represent Sterling so well throughout the state 
and the country with her talent and passion.
  It is because of student leaders such as Lexi that I am especially 
proud to serve Illinois' 17th Congressional District. Madam

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Speaker, I would like to again formally congratulate Lexi Rodriguez on 
being named the 2019-2020 Gatorade Illinois Volleyball Player of the 
Year.

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