[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 7]
[Senate]
[Page 8389]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA SWIM AND DIVE TEAMS

 Mr. ALLEN. Mr. President, I am pleased today to recognize the 
2003-2004 University of Virginia Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving 
teams for their hard work in winning the 2004 ACC Championship.
  These athletes, under the strong coaching of Mark Bernadino, devoted 
a tremendous amount of time and energy to studying, training and 
competing. It was through their endless drive and dedication that they 
were able to become ACC Champions this season.
  As a former student-athlete at UVA, I understand the impact that 
athletics play in the development of an individual's character and 
life. Sports teach us important lessons of self-discipline, 
perseverance, teamwork and sportsmanship. The benefits of participating 
in athletics can prove valuable in the daily lives of student-athletes 
whether at school or at work in their communities. Each of these 
student-athletes is a leader and a winner, not just in the water but 
also in the classroom.
  I congratulate Coach Bernadino and the University of Virginia Swim 
and Dive teams on their 2004 ACC Championship and wish them continued 
success in the future. Keep winning.

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