[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 64 (Monday, April 15, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E351]
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  CELEBRATING THE 2024 NCAA NATIONAL CHAMPION UNIVERSITY OF DENVER'S 
                         MEN'S ICE HOCKEY TEAM

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                           HON. DIANA DeGETTE

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 15, 2024

  Ms. DeGETTE. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to celebrate a momentous 
achievement by the University of Denver's men's hockey team. Over the 
weekend, the Pioneers secured their 10th NCAA national championship 
title. This year's national championship marked not only their second 
title in three years, but also helped the team break the record for the 
most national championships in history.
  During my time in Congress. I've had the distinct pleasure of 
celebrating five championship wins from this remarkable team. Each 
time, it fills me with immense pride to be a Denverite and to join our 
community in celebrating the excellence and dedication of DU's hockey 
team.
  Under the exceptional leadership of Head Coach David Carle, this 
victory marks the second championship win during his tenure, with the 
last one coming in 2022. Denver now stands alone as the most decorated 
program in college hockey history, surpassing esteemed rivals like 
Michigan and North Dakota.
  The final game was a testament to the Pios' skill and determination. 
Sophomores Jared Wright's and Rieger Lorenz's second-period goals, 
combined with the exceptional goaltending of Junior Matt Davis, secured 
a decisive 2-0 victory over the top-seeded Boston College.
  Davis's performance throughout the tournament was nothing short of 
outstanding, stopping 35 shots with 23 crucial saves in the game's 
third period alone. Even Coach Carle described his performance as 
``superhuman.'' Davis was named the NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding 
Player with 138 saves, only allowing three goals.
  Saturday's victory over Boston College followed DU's overtime victory 
against Boston University in the semifinals, Cornell in the second 
round, and the University of Massachusetts in the first round.
  The championship win was not just about the individual capabilities 
of these players; it represented the values of hard work, teamwork, and 
dedication of the Pios. The team played a remarkable game, showcasing 
the pure talent of their student-athletes. The team's impressive talent 
not only led to their championship win, but to their incredible winning 
season overall--finishing with a record of 32-9-3.
  I extend my congratulations to Coach Carle, the DU hockey team, and 
the entire DU community on this incredible, well-deserved achievement. 
They have not only made Colorado proud but made history in college 
hockey, and I look forward to supporting their future championship 
victories.
  I congratulate once again the 2024 NCAA men's hockey champions--the 
University of Denver Pioneers. Or, as we say in Denver, ``Go Pios.''

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