[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 20, 2025)]
[House]
[Pages H2155-H2156]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING EMPIRE HIGH SCHOOL'S SOFTBALL TEAM

  (Mr. Ciscomani of Arizona was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Empire High 
School's softball team for winning the 3A State Title.
  The Ravens scored a run in the bottom of the eighth inning to defeat 
Yuma Catholic 1-0, earning their second straight State title and the 
fourth title in the last 10 years.
  This victory caps off an amazing season for the Ravens who finished 
with an incredible record of 28 wins and only 1 loss.
  I congratulate Coach Shannon Woolridge, the players, and everyone who 
played a part in this special season. They have made their school and 
community incredibly proud.
  The Ravens should enjoy this victory they earned. Congratulations to 
the Ravens.


              Congratulating Salpointe Women's Tennis Team

  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Salpointe's 
women's tennis team for winning the Division II State Championship 
game.

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  In a thrilling set of matches, Salpointe defeated Canyon del Oro by a 
score of 5-2.
  This is the first State championship since 2011 for Coach Theresa 
Sperduto. I know it must have meant a lot to be crowned as a champion 
once again.
  Congratulations to all of the coaches, players, family members, and 
everyone who played a part in this special season. They have made their 
school and community incredibly proud. Go Lancers.


        Congratulating Catalina Foothills Division II Champions

  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Catalina 
Foothills Falcons boys' tennis team for winning the Division II State 
Championship game.
  In a thrilling set of matches, the Falcons beat the number two ranked 
Notre Dame in a decisive manner by a score of 5-0.
  This victory earned Coach Ben Loeb a remarkable milestone, 20 high 
school State championships. This State championship marked the Falcons' 
10th title in 11 years. Now, that is impressive.
  I congratulate and thank Coach Loeb, the players, and everyone who 
played a part in this special season. They made their school and 
community extremely proud.
  I say to the Falcons, enjoy this victory. You earned it.


      Congratulating Pusch Ridge Division III Women's Tennis Team

  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Pusch Ridge 
Christian Academy Lions' women's tennis team for winning the Division 
III State championship game.
  From starting this season with a loss in Nogales, this remarkable 
team overcame adversity and roared back to be crowned champions.
  I congratulate Coach Andy Fetsis, all the players, and everybody who 
played a part in this special season. They should know that they have 
made their school and their community incredibly proud.
  I say to the Lions, enjoy this victory. You earned it.


         Congratulating Buena High School Colts All-State Title

  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Buena High 
School Colts relay team on a remarkable achievement, winning the All-
State Title in the 4 by 400 relay race.
  After securing the Division II last year, they faced off against top 
schools from across the State and came out victorious and took the top 
honor, adding yet another trophy to their cabinet. What a remarkable 
achievement.
  I congratulate and thank Coach Thomas; the relay squad, Ricardo 
Brooks, Armani Ramirez-Sperle, Vijay Carrier, and Jayden Thomas; and 
everyone who played a part in this remarkable season. They have made 
their school and the Sierra Vista community incredibly proud.
  Congratulations to the Colts. May they enjoy this State championship. 
They earned it.

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