[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 5]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 6435]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               TRIBUTE TO HAZARD BULLDOGS BASKETBALL TEAM

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                           HON. HAROLD ROGERS

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 1, 2004

  Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to 
the players and coaches of the 2004 Hazard Bulldogs basketball team.
  On February 8, 2004, the Hazard High School Bulldogs defeated Bishop 
Brossart High School by a score of 43-38 to win the Kentucky All ``A'' 
State Tournament. Under the leadership of Coach Kevin Spurlock, the 
Bulldogs finished the season with a record of 20-4. This is a 
remarkable accomplishment that merits recognition.
  With 49 years since their last championship title, the Bulldogs' 
recent victory has been a long time in coming, and one that was 
attained through hard work and determination. During the entire 
championship game the Bulldogs fought ferociously, tying at the half 
and gaining a four-point lead after the third quarter. Smart, 
calculated plays during the final minutes pushed the Bulldogs over 
Bishop Brossart and secured a safe five-point win.
  In Kentucky, basketball is something of an institution. It embodies a 
tremendous spirit of teamwork and dedication, and the Bulldogs have 
shown that they possess both characteristics. The Bluegrass State is 
widely known for producing great basketball teams, and the Hazard 
Bulldogs are no exception. Winning the state tournament marks a 
tremendous milestone in their journey for excellence, and I am proud of 
their accomplishment.
  Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate the Bulldogs for their tremendous 
success, not only in tournament play but also throughout the entire 
season. Through their hard work, determination, and skill they have 
made Eastern Kentucky very proud. I ask each of my colleagues to join 
me in honoring Hazard High School, Coach Kevin Spurlock, all of the 
assistant coaches, and each and every talented player on the 2004 
Championship Bulldog team: Hank Gabbard, Stephen Sizemore, Parker 
Carter, Eric Mullins, Robert Lyttle, J.J. Hously, Lamar Williams, Jon 
Francis, Chase Patrick, Durell Olinger, Justin Wallace, Chuckie Osteen, 
Jon Walker, Tyler Bailey, and Justin Hicks.

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