[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E209]
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                 CONGRATULATING RIDGE VIEW 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 
Columbia's Ridge View High School boys' basketball team, ``The 
Blazers,'' as they defeated Ashley Ridge High School in the 2026 Class 
5A Division I South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) Basketball 
State Championship. This marks their seventh state championship in the 
past 9 years.
  On March 6, 2026, the Blazers won the game 65-44, bringing their 
final record to 27 wins and 3 losses.
  The Ridge View High basketball team includes players Talan Stanley, 
Jourdin Mack, Robert Wylie, RJ Davis, CJ Moore, Brayden Mack, Noah 
Sanders, Khabir McLawhorn, Gregory Williams, Joshua Vankallen, Kaleb 
Peters, Christopher Horton, and James Ross. Alongside the players are 
their talented coaches, Joshua Staley, Devonte Coulter, Reginald 
Murray, Kenneth Hunter, Christan Savage, David Smith, Chris Johnson, 
and Rion Davis.
  On behalf of all South Carolina, I congratulate the Ridge View High 
Blazers on this impressive achievement and wish them the best of luck 
as they defend their title in the upcoming season. These victories are 
well-deserved for the teams, coaches, families, and community for all 
their hard work and support, making their dream come true.

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