[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 120 (Wednesday, July 24, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E764]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING WOODLAND CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 24, 2024

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Woodland Christian High School's successful football season.
  On December 9, 2023, the Woodland Christian Cardinals won the 
Division 5A CIF State Championship in a game against Banning High 
School of Wilmington, CA at El Camino College with a final score of 23-
13.
  During the game, Woodland Christian's top rusher gained 79 yards on 
eight carries, with other players contributing 52 and 47 yards. The 
quarterback passed for 53 yards and rushed for 26. The Cardinals ran 66 
plays and secured 17 first downs, while Banning only managed 49 plays 
and 11 first downs. In total, the Cardinals rushed for an impressive 
221 yards on 47 carries, possessed the ball for nearly 29 minutes, 
converted 8 of 15 third downs, and successfully scored on all 3 red 
zone opportunities.
  They became one of only three teams in the Sacramento area to finish 
the CIF State Championship weekend undefeated since the championship 
format was introduced in 2006.
  Ultimately, the Cardinals finished the season undefeated with 15 
wins. Additionally, they won a SMAL League Championship as well as the 
D7A Sac Joaquin Section Title. They were the first team of any sport 
from the City of Woodland to win a State Championship.
  Many of the team members have been playing together since Junior 
Football. Many of the coaches have also been with the youth feeder 
programs, working with the players since their childhood. The head 
coach has been with the team since the 2021 season and produced a 36-4 
record. This excellent football season is a testimony of the team's 
years of hard work and dedication.
  Woodland Christian High School has taught multiple generations of 
students and has provided the community with quality education since 
1974. The school strives to serve the community by supporting Woodland 
Little League, participating in community events, such as the annual 
Woodland Christmas Parade, and partnering with local businesses and 
churches.
  Mr. Speaker, we honor Woodland Christian High School's undefeated 
football season. Therefore, it is fitting and proper that we honor 
Woodland Christian High School here today.

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