[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 5952]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




      CONGRATULATING THE 2017 CRISPUS ATTUCKS MEDICAL MAGNET HIGH 
                 SCHOOL'S VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                  in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 25, 2017

  Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate the 2017 
Crispus Attucks Medical Magnet High School's Varsity Boys Basketball 
Team. The Tigers were crowned the Division 3A Indiana State Boys 
Basketball Champions on March 25, 2017 after a thrilling last second 
basket to clinch victory over Twin Lakes 73-71 at Bankers Life 
Fieldhouse.
  The Crispus Attucks basketball program is one of our country's most 
legendary basketball programs, as it was the first all-black school in 
the country to win an open state championship in 1955. This year's team 
was supported by our entire community and especially alumni. NBA Hall 
of Famer and leader of the 1955 and 1956 championship teams, Oscar 
Robertson, cheered on the Tigers and following their victory placed the 
championship medals around the necks of the players, coaches, and 
support staff.
  This is the team's fourth state title, but the first since 1959. The 
Tigers were led to a 25-4 record by first year Head Coach Chris Hawkins 
who has inspired the student athletes to excel. Additionally, all 
Attucks fans and in particular the student body should be recognized 
for their enthusiasm and pride in this team.
  The young men on this team should be proud of their accomplishment. 
It is an honor to join the entire Indianapolis community in recognizing 
these outstanding student athletes.

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