[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 65 (Wednesday, April 19, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E336]
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               RECOGNIZING DE PERE'S BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM

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                          HON. MIKE GALLAGHER

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 19, 2023

  Mr. GALLAGHER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the De Pere 
Boys Basketball Team for winning the WIAA Division 1 State Boys 
Basketball Championship.
  After an impressive undefeated season, the De Pere Boys Basketball 
Team traveled to the Kohl Center in Madison to compete in the 2022 WIAA 
Boys State Basketball Tournament. After quickly securing a 55-44 win in 
the semifinals over Kettle Moraine, the team advanced to the finals 
where they faced No. 2 ranked Arrowhead in the State Championship. The 
boys' strong defense led them to an impressive 69-49 win over Arrowhead 
in the State Finals, bringing a state championship back to De Pere.
  Congratulations to Coach Winchester on a perfect season and the 
coveted state title. A special congratulations to the senior boys on 
the team, Johnny Kinzinger, Hogan Demovsky, Gabe Herman, Caleb 
Dietsche, Trey Plos, Ethan Ramos and Zack Kane. l wish them all the 
best in the next steps of their careers.
  A state title is an outstanding achievement and the pinnacle of high 
school sports. Achieving this goal is a testament to the tireless 
efforts and commitment displayed by every member of the team throughout 
the season. By finishing with an undefeated season, the Redbirds also 
set a record with the first-ever 30-0 season in WIAA history. This is a 
season that will be remembered by the De Pere community for generations 
to come.
  Mr. Speaker, I extend my sincere congratulations to Head Coach Brian 
Winchester and the entire De Pere Boys Basketball team for this 
remarkable accomplishment. It is my honor to recognize the De Pere Boys 
Basketball Team and I ask my colleagues to join me in applauding their 
outstanding season.

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