Lisa Murkowski: “I rise to recognize the University of Alaska Fairbanks rifle team for winning the 2007 National Collegiate Athletic…”

“I rise to recognize the University of Alaska Fairbanks rifle team for winning the 2007 National Collegiate Athletic Association Rifle Championship on March 10, 2007 in Fairbanks, AK. With a total score of 4,662 points for their performance in the smallbore and air rifle competitions, the undefeated and defending champion University of Alaska Fairbanks "Nanooks" posted an 18-point win over the U.S. Military Academy and a 23-point win over Jacksonville State University to claim their ninth national championship title. This was the first time the Nanooks have hosted an NCAA Championship. More than 900 spectators, a record crowd for an NCAA Rifle Championship, were present to help support the local team. Nanooks head coach Dan Jordan, along with each member of the 2007 University of Alaska Fairbanks rifle team, which includes six National Rifle Association All-Americans, should be recognized for their achievements during this past season. I congratulate the team and wish them continued success in future years.”