Jon Tester: “I rise today in honor of the Carroll College Fighting Saints--a tough-as-nails football team from Helena, MT, that won…”

“I rise today in honor of the Carroll College Fighting Saints--a tough-as-nails football team from Helena, MT, that won the NAIA championship last night. It was one of those Saturday night games football fans live for. And before I say more about the Saints, I want to extend my congratulations to the University of Sioux Falls Cougars, which put up a heck of a fight, after a heck of a season. But with last night's win, Carroll held a perfect season. They were undefeated every step of the way. And every step of the way, Montanans watched with pride as they showed us what it takes to work as a team. And to win. Carroll's Fighting Saints are no stranger to making football history. This isn't the first year they have returned to Montana with a national trophy. What does it take? It takes hard work. Strong leadership--especially under Coach Mike Van Diest--and old-fashioned Montana grit. Most importantly, it takes teamwork and trust. Place kicker Tom Yarekmo missed two field goals. But Coach Van Diest trusted Yarekmo to try again--and he made the winning field goal. Mr. President, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating the team, the coaches and a whole lot of dedicated fans. Their hard work and their victory is a warm reminder that hard work pays off. We're already looking forward to next year.”