[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 12444-12445]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




CONGRATULATING THE INDIANA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF BASEBALL TEAM, 2009 HOY 
                           CLASSIC CHAMPIONS

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 13, 2009

  Mr. CARSON of Indiana.  Madam Speaker, I rise today to offer my 
congratulations to the Indiana School for the Deaf Baseball Team. Last 
month, they were crowned the national champions at the Hoy Classic in 
Fremont, California.
  Since the inception of this program four years ago, this was the 
first time that the Indiana School for the Deaf captured the 
championship title. I applaud the team for its exceptional performance. 
This was also the first time that they played on a Varsity Schedule. 
The team exemplified themselves at the tournament by finishing with a 
record of 4-1, defeating the host California School for the Deaf by 5-
3.
  This year's team was led by an impressive roster of talented athletes 
who were recognized for their outstanding sportsmanship. Pitcher Tyler 
Crace was named the Most Valuable Player at the event, with 16 
strikeouts in nine innings. Tony Dall and Jose Mast were selected for 
the all-tournament team. I would also like to recognize Will Fetzer, 
Dylan Osbourne and Trevor Rouse as some of the top players throughout 
the competition.
  It is important to mention that this exceptional achievement would 
not have been possible without the dedication of first-year Head Coach, 
Rusty Crace and Assistant Coach, Steve Sorse. With their unwavering 
support, these coaches pushed the team to reach their full potential. 
Additionally, the dynamic faculty, staff and student body should be 
recognized for their enthusiasm and pride in their team.

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  Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating this 
outstanding baseball team, the coaching staff and the school for their 
marvelous achievement in winning the Hoy Classic championship title and 
distinguishing themselves as one of the best baseball teams in the 
nation.

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