[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 5517]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


               HONORING THE LYNDEN GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM

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                         HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, April 2, 2014

  Ms. DelBENE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 2014 Lynden 
Christian High School girls basketball team. On March 8, the Lynden 
Lyncs won the 1A state championship, culminating their impressive 
season with a record of 25-2. I congratulate them on this impressive 
achievement.
  This title is Lynden's 10th and their first since 2008. The Lyncs had 
one focus all year, ``Team is greater than I.'' Their motto was evident 
in the championship game as the Lyncs built an early lead that they 
never relinquished. In the final quarter, King's High School made a 
late push to bring the game within 4 points, 44-40. But the Lyncs 
stepped up, determined not to lose this one.
  After consecutive scoring drives and solid defense, the Lyncs secured 
their spot as state champions by a score of 55-40.
  I would like to give special recognition to Kara Bajema, the 
tournament MVP. Senior guard Courtney Hollander also played a pivotal 
role in the final game, finishing with 11 points and 13 rebounds. The 
Lyncs' impressive record this season is a testament to their incredible 
work ethic and the impressive coaching of Curt De Haan. Coach De Haan 
provided the girls with the training and encouragement necessary to 
achieve this notable feat.
  Again, I congratulate the Lynden Christian High School girls 
basketball team on all of their success. Their victory was hard-earned 
and well-deserved.

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