[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 5 (Wednesday, January 10, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E20]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        STEELTON-HIGHSPIRE HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY FOOTBALL PROGRAM

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                            HON. SCOTT PERRY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 10, 2024

  Mr. PERRY. Mr. Speaker, I'm proud to recognize the Steelton-Highspire 
High School Varsity Football Program on their 2023 State Championship. 
The Single A title win is Steel High's second consecutive state title, 
and their third in just four years.
  The game took place at Cumberland Valley High School, where the 
Rollers faced off against Fort Cherry. Both teams were undefeated 
coming in, but Steel-High triumphed with a decisive 42-8 victory. 
Steel-High came out hot in the first half, racking up a 34-point lead 
and played vigorously throughout the entire game.
  This truly special Steel-High 2023 team broke their single season 
scoring record with an impressive 722 points in just 16 games. They 
lived up to their name--the ``Steamrollers'' (or ``Rollers'')--as their 
closest game of the season was early with a 29-22 win; a testament to 
years of hard work and dedication. The State title win established the 
Rollers as the No. 17 winningest high school football program in the 
Country--and further solidifies them in Pennsylvania sports history as 
one of only two teams since 2016 to win consecutive state titles.
  Steel-High came home to a well-earned parade and cheering fans from a 
loyal and supportive community. The conclusion of the 2023 season marks 
the end of a special era for Roller football--with defensive leader 
Andrew Erby, Jr. headed to Ohio University, and record-setting 
quarterback Alex Erby committed to the United States Naval Academy. 
Coach Andrew Erby credits the team's drive, courage, focus, dedication, 
and ability to overcome adversity as the determining factors in their 
strong performance and season.
  Mr. Speaker, I'm honored to recognize the Steelton-Highspire High 
School Varsity Football Program on their 2023 State Championship win. I 
wish them Godspeed in both their individual and team adventures.

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