Political Quotes

“it is with great pride that I, along with my colleague from Virginia, Mr. Allen, come before you today. I come in support of a resolution submitted by Mr. Allen and myself commemorating the University of Virginia Men's Lacrosse Team, who defeated Johns Hopkins University for the 2003 NCAA National Championship last Monday. I would like to congratulate the head coach, Mr. Dom Starsia, his staff and the 41 young men on the UVA lacrosse team for a job well-done. The Cavaliers finished the season with an impressive record of 15 wins and 2 losses and had 8 players receive All-American Honors. Goalie, Tillman Johnson, received Most Outstanding Player honors for leading Virginia to victories over the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University during the NCAA tournament. These student-athletes deserve this chamber's recognition for their commitment to excellence through their dedication to the UVA lacrosse team and the academic rigors of the University of Virginia during this successful season. The people of Virginia take great pride in their state colleges and universities, and the success of the University of Virginia lacrosse team is a testament to the great accomplishments, both in the classroom and on the athletic field, made by Virginia schools during the past year.”