[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E208]
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                 CONGRATULATING BLYTHEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

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                            HON. JOE WILSON

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 12, 2026

  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I am grateful to recognize 
the Blythewood High School girls' basketball team, ``The Bengals,'' as 
they defeated Wando High School in the 2026 5A Division I South 
Carolina High School League (SCHSL) State Championship. This marks the 
second State Championship in team history.
  In their final game, on March 6, 2026, the Bengals won the game 68-
44, finishing off their record with 24 wins and only 5 losses.
  The Blythewood High team includes players Madison Daniels, Kennedy 
Anderson, Aniya Guerrero, Kirsten Fulton, Kylie Davis, Alayna Young, 
Kylie Stovall, Hayley Hightower, Madison Thomas, Kaila Spain, Chase 
Thomas, and India Williams. Alongside the players is talented coach, 
Emily McElveen, and Statistician, Kevin Williams.
  On behalf of all South Carolina, I congratulate the Blythewood High 
Bengals on this impressive achievement and I wish them the best of luck 
as they defend their title in the upcoming season. This victory of the 
Blythewood High Bengals is well-deserved for the team, coaches, 
families, and community for all their hard work and support, making 
their dream come true.

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