Erik Paulsen: “Indiana has its basketball, Texas has its football, but in Minnesota it doesn't get much better than the annual high…”

“Indiana has its basketball, Texas has its football, but in Minnesota it doesn't get much better than the annual high school hockey tournament. I would like to congratulate the Wayzata High School boys hockey team for taking home the title with a tough 5-3 victory for the championship over Eden Prairie. The Trojans, under Coach Pat O'Leary, fought back from a 3-1 deficit to claim their first ever State hockey title. The State hockey tournament is always a tremendous event, with fans from around Minnesota descending on St. Paul to fill up the Xcel Energy Center to cheer on their teams. The players at Wayzata should be very proud of their accomplishments on and off the ice. I want to recognize their commitment not just to their sport, but to spending time in the classroom and in the community to become outstanding student athletes. Mr. Speaker, the family, friends, and fans are very proud of the Wayzata High School hockey team. We offer them congratulations. ____________________”