[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E212]
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                  CONGRATULATING WESTWOOD 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 
Blythewood's Westwood High School boys' basketball team, ``The 
Redhawks,'' as they defeated Greenville High School in the 2026 Class 
5A Division II South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) State 
Championship. This marks the first basketball State Championship in 
team history.
  The game was played on March 5, 2026, at Colonial Life Arena in 
Columbia, where Westwood celebrated a 67-55 win. The win finished off 
their record at 25-3 for the season.
  The Westwood High team includes players Jayden Crews, Cylan McLeod, 
Quentin McGill, Jayven McClain, D'Marcus Thomas, Daytron Cockfield, 
Bryson Hardy, Desmond Grant, AJ Veal, Jesse Omeire, Jahlil Jenkins, 
Tristen Hudson, Jaylen Donaldson, Ariel Huell, and Chase Marshall. 
Alongside the players are talented coaches Trent Robinson and DeMonte 
Jacobs, as well as Statistician, Jessie Townsend.
  On behalf of all South Carolinians, I congratulate the Westwood High 
Redhawks 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 Westwood High Redhawks 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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