[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10263]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




          CONGRATULATIONS TO WAYZATA TROJANS BOYS TENNIS TEAM

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                           HON. ERIK PAULSEN

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 17, 2014

  Mr. PAULSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Wayzata 
Boys Tennis Team on their outstanding accomplishment of winning their 
second consecutive Minnesota State Championship.
  Even though they lost 6 starters from last year's team, under the 
direction of Head Coach Jeff Prondzinski the team found a way to regain 
their winning form.
  The team spent the better part of the season mixing and matching 
players, hoping to find the perfect combination. The long winter kept 
the team inside and postponed many matches throughout the season. But 
regardless of the unfortunate circumstances, the Trojans remained 
dedicated and focused, putting forth extra effort in their free time to 
improve.
  The road to the championship was intense, as Wayzata battled tough 
competitors to qualify. Among the standout Trojan athletes is Sophomore 
Nick Beaty, who got the team off to a great start by winning the 
singles championship. The Trojan momentum continued with victories from 
Sam Theisen at No. 3 Singles and four additional wins to seal the 
championship.
  Mr. Speaker, This year's well-deserved title carries a little more 
weight in the player's eyes due to the rocky road that was successfully 
navigated to get there. It is a testament to the team's perseverance 
and enthusiasm to overcome many obstacles and accomplish their goal of 
being the best boys tennis team in the State of Minnesota.
  Congratulations again to the Trojan Boys Tennis team, Coach 
Prondzinski, and all of the parents, teachers and fans who have 
supported these athletes along the way.

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