[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8997]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                  IN HONOR OF CHASE THOMPSON PHILLIPS

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                           HON. PETE SESSIONS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 24, 2010

  Mr. SESSIONS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Chase Thompson 
Phillips, a young man that I have known for sixteen years.
  In June, he will graduate from Mexia High School as a Distinguished 
Honor Graduate. Chase is a member of the National Honor Society and the 
baseball team. This year, he and his doubles partner, Blake Dornak, 
competed in the State Tennis Tournament in Austin, Texas. They are the 
first duo from Mexia High School to qualify for the state competition 
and they made it to the quarterfinal round of the 3A State Tennis 
Tournament. This feat is particularly impressive since Chase and Blake 
did not have the guidance of tennis coaches or benefit from any 
practice matches. It speaks loudly of Chase's work ethic and 
dedication.
  This year, he received the Dallas Safari Club's Colin Caruthers 
Younger Hunger Award for his passion for hunting and commitment to 
community service. Started in 1991, this prestigious award honors young 
member hunters for their significant accomplishments, academic 
excellence, and civic involvement. He was previously honored with the 
International Youth Hunting and Conservation Award from Dallas Safari 
Club and has also done anti-poaching work for black rhinoceros in 
Zimbabwe. Chase was also selected to represent Limestone County at the 
American Legion Boys State Conference in Austin, Texas.
  Over the years, I have watched Chase grow up into a mature, 
responsible young man. He is selflessly committed to serving his local 
community, giving generously of his time and effort to make our world a 
better place. Madam Speaker, I ask my esteemed colleagues to join me in 
honoring this fine young man. I wish him all the best in his future 
endeavors.

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