[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 3]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 3317]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




        HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIP CONGRESSIONAL TRIBUTE

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                          HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 6, 2015

  Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor six athletes from 
Pueblo County who wrestled fearlessly the weekend of February 20th to 
win state titles in the Class 3A and 4A finals. On the road to their 
championship, these young men showed grit and determination, overcoming 
their adversaries on the mat while bringing pride to their respective 
schools and the county as a whole. To formally acknowledge their 
distinction and excellence, I stand to recognize:
  From Pueblo County High School: Hunter Willits, Chris Sandoval, and 
Josiah Nava,
  From Pueblo South High School: Austin Zuniga,
  From Pueblo East High School: Jacob Robles,
  And from Dolores Huerta Preparatory High School: Marcus Garcia.
  Like many State Championship runs, Pueblo's wrestlers encountered 
emotional setbacks. After missing weight by one-tenth of a pound, 
Willits twin brother, Grant, a title favorite, was eliminated from the 
competition. The team was devastated by the news yet showed tremendous 
fortitude, rallying to win their three final matches.
  Mr. Speaker, it is truly an honor to recognize each of these fine 
athletes. In a sport renowned for the extreme physical and mental 
conditions the human body is subjected to, these young men have 
demonstrated tenacity, tireless work ethic, and relentless commitment 
to success that brings honor to their schools and inspires their 
communities.

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