[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 17 (Tuesday, January 30, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E94-E95]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING THE HERRIMAN HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY BOYS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM

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                           HON. BURGESS OWENS

                                of utah

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 30, 2024

  Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, I am thrilled to recognize the extraordinary 
achievements of

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the Herriman High School Varsity Boys Cross Country Team, who recently 
made history as the first Utah team ever to win the first-place title 
at the Nike Cross Nationals in Portland, Oregon.
  These talented young men were among 22 seven-person clubs in addition 
to 50 male and female individuals who competed for the coveted Winged 
Goddess of Victory championship trophy. Going into Nationals, the 
Herriman High Varsity Boys Cross Country Team was ranked 4th among the 
teams competing. Overcoming adversity and from behind, the team is now 
bringing the championship home.
  Their victory marks a historic moment for the Jordan School District 
and the entire State of Utah. I would also like to recognize the 
dedicated coaches and leaders who believe in and support this 
remarkable team: Coach Doug Soles, Athletic Directors Brad Tingey and 
Laurel Bigler, Principal Todd Quarnberg, and Superintendent Anthony 
Godfrey.
  As a former athlete and Chair of the Higher Education and Workforce 
Development Subcommittee. I am immensely proud of the Herriman High 
School Varsity Boys Cross Country Team, their coaches, parents, and 
supporters. I wish them continued success in both athletics and 
academics and look forward to seeing more championships brought back 
home to Utah.

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