[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 67 (Wednesday, April 17, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E362]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF SHANE FAIRFIELD

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                        HON. HILLARY J. SCHOLTEN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 17, 2024

  Ms. SCHOLTEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
contributions of Shane Fairfield, an incredible leader and educator 
from Michigan's Third Congressional District. I commend Shane Fairfield 
for his dedication and commitment to his players on the Muskegon High 
School football team. I would also like to congratulate him for being 
named the 2023 Detroit Lions High School Football Coach of the Year. 
His approach to coaching is inspiring and sets a wonderful example of 
what being an educator should look like.
  The Detroit Lions Coach of the Year program selects its recipient 
from the large number of high school football coaches across Michigan. 
Due to the success of Coach Fairfield, Muskegon High School will 
receive a $3,000 grant from the Detroit Lions and NFL Foundation. There 
is no doubt that Coach Fairfield is more than deserving of this 
recognition; he has secured a record of 154-29 as Muskegon's head coach 
during his 14 years of leadership to the team.
  Beyond collecting an impressive number of wins, Coach Fairfield has 
also dedicated his life to mentoring his players. Fairfield strives to 
serve as a role model and shape players' successes both on and off the 
field. His commitment to improving these young people's physical, 
mental, and emotional health has enacted long-lasting benefits in their 
lives. On behalf of myself and our proud West Michigan community, I 
applaud Shane Fairfield for the impact his leadership has had on the 
Muskegon student population and community.

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