[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 47 (Friday, March 15, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E253]
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                         CELEBRATING ENZO GAMBA

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                            HON. AARON BEAN

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 15, 2024

  Mr. BEAN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, the Isle of Eight Flags, Fernandina 
Beach, Florida is home to many great things, whether it be the beaches, 
parks, or our pirate legacy; now we are also home to a wrestling state 
champion.
  I rise today to celebrate Enzo Gamba, a Fernandina Beach High School 
Pirate from my hometown of Fernandina Beach who recently won the 
Florida High School Athletic Association wrestling championships.
  Enzo, just like the Fernandina Beach pirates of old, went for the 
treasure and brought home gold. Competing in Class 1A at the 157-pound 
division, Enzo won the final by decision, 8-4. Not only did this 
victory win him a state championship, but it also capped off an 
undefeated season for Enzo. Fifty-four matches, Fifty-four victories.
  Enzo was phenomenal all season long and winning the state 
championship firmly lands him on the map as one of the all-time great 
Pirate athletes. We are exceptionally proud of this young man.
  The Pirates team, led by Coach Eric Kubatzke, brought home four 
individual state medals in total at the wrestling championships. All of 
Fernandina Beach High School, under the leadership of Principal Chris 
Webber, played a role in this success.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Fernandina Beach and Florida's 4th 
Congressional District, I ask that my colleagues in Congress join me in 
congratulating Enzo on this remarkable achievement.

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