[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 186 (Thursday, December 1, 2022)]
[House]
[Page H8706]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   CONGRATULATING DORDT UNIVERSITY MEN'S BASKETBALL COACH BRIAN VAN 
                                HAAFTEN

  (Mr. FEENSTRA asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. FEENSTRA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Dordt 
University men's basketball Coach Brian Van Haaften on his 500th career 
win.
  Dordt, my alma mater, bested Governors State 113-82, clinching their 
eighth win of the season and Brian's 500th all-time win.
  In just four seasons, Brian has led Dordt to 79 victories, elevating 
the Defenders to new heights.
  Since 1988, he has dedicated his time and talents to developing young 
men not only as basketball players but also as upstanding citizens and 
men of faith.
  A man of deep faith, he teaches his players the Christian values that 
connect our families in Sioux County: teamwork, hard work, 
sportsmanship, and humility.
  Brian is a phenomenal asset to Dordt University and an integral part 
of the community.
  Congratulations again, Brian, on the incredible achievement. Here's 
to 500 more.

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