[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9994]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING EASTON BIANCHI FOR HIS STATE TITLES IN THE 100 AND 200 
                               METER DASH

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                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 27, 2017

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Easton 
Bianchi, a junior at Newman Central Catholic in Sterling, Illinois, for 
earning the Class IA title for the Illinois State Championship in both 
the 100 meter dash and the 200 meter dash.
  Easton Bianchi earned a time of 10.86 seconds in the 100 meter dash, 
and earned a time of 21.78 seconds in the 200 meter dash to win him the 
title of state champion for both races. I would like to recognize 
Easton for his tremendous accomplishment. Easton's dedication and 
passion for his sport meant that he was determined to win gold for not 
just one race, but two. With both of these wins, Easton is the first-
ever individual track & field state champion in Newman Central Catholic 
School history. As a former athlete, I understand the amount of hard 
work and commitment to be awarded such a title. Easton is an example of 
the importance of perseverance and a strong work ethic. I am proud 
there is such young talent in our community, and to see him represent 
Sterling throughout the state.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to again formally congratulate Easton 
Bianchi on his titles, and I join the rest of the community in wishing 
him every success in the future.

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