[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8182]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


             RECOGNIZING THE NORTHERN HIGH SCHOOL PATRIOTS

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                          HON. STENY H. HOYER

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, June 1, 2012

  Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and congratulate an 
extraordinary team of young women from Maryland's fifth congressional 
district. The Northern High School Patriots won the 3A Maryland ``state 
softball finals on May 26, 2012. This is their fifth consecutive 
softball state championship and ninth softball championship overall. 
This incredible achievement was made all the more significant given the 
caliber of their competition.
  After an undefeated season, the Patriots emerged victorious over 
Thomas Stone High School, Chopticon High School, Huntingtown High 
School, and Reservoir High School to ultimately meet Linganore High 
School in the state championship game at Robert E. Taylor Stadium at 
the University of Maryland. The Patriots prevailed, overcoming the 
Linganore Lancers with a final score of 10-0.
  This victory demonstrates that with determination, willpower, and 
discipline we can work to overcome any obstacle in the path of 
achieving success. The Northern High School Softball team has gone 
above and beyond expectations. The Patriots end their 2012 season not 
only with a state championship, but also a perfect record of 25-0. 
Additionally, Northern High School has become the first softball 
program in state history to win five consecutive state titles.
  Eighteen student-athletes contributed to this triumphant season, 
remaining focused and determined to continue the streak of Northern 
High School softball state championships.
  Mr. Speaker, I offer my heartiest congratulations to the members of 
the championship team--Jessie Clemons, Kierstie Schaefer, Jess 
Cummings, Sarah Bennett, Sam Gatton, Caroline Clarry, Marleigh Smith, 
Lindsey Schmeiser, Madison Marinaccio, Baylee Hutchinson, Erin Adams, 
Julie Keleti, Carleigh Ruleman, Kristina Lozupone, Kailin Case, Allison 
Garzone, Kayla Grantham, and Sabrina Beil--on their victory. And, I 
also want to applaud Head Coach Robert Earl Radford and his coaching 
staff--Devin Hall, Beth Radford, and Qyntia Parks-Lewis--for their 
dedication and commitment while guiding these talented student-
athletes.
  Like all Southern Marylanders, I am very proud of these young women 
and I congratulate all of those involved in bringing home a state 
title. I ask that my colleagues join me in applauding this great 
accomplishment.

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