[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 108 (Wednesday, June 21, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E594]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING ARITON HIGH SCHOOL AS THE 2023 2A STATE BASEBALL CHAMPIONS

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                            HON. BARRY MOORE

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 21, 2023

  Mr. MOORE of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize Ariton 
High School as the 2023 Alabama High School Athletic Association 
(AHSAA) Class 2A Baseball Series Champions. It is my honor to 
congratulate all the players and coaches on an outstanding season.
  The Ariton High School Purple Cats won the second and final game 5-4 
against Vincent High School during the state championship, bringing its 
first state baseball championship to the community. The Purple Cats 
ended their season 31-12-1.
  Verse 1 Peter 4:10 says, ``And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as 
to the Lord, and not unto men.'' Coach Bob Pickett and the men of the 
Ariton High School Purple Cats have embodied what it means to work 
heartily and confidently to achieve this goal.
  In addition to this outstanding achievement, Bob Pickett was named 2A 
State Coach of the Year, and Caden Collier, a junior shortstop/second 
baseman, was named 2A State Hitter of the Year.
  The Second Congressional District of Alabama is blessed to have men 
with their dedication and determination. I extend my congratulations to 
them for achieving this accomplishment.

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