Congratulating the Brigham Young University men's volleyball team for winning the 2004 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I-II men's volleyball championship.

Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution (H. Res. 643) congratulating the Brigham Young University men's volleyball team for winning the 2004 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I-II men's volleyball championship.

Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days within which to revise and extend their remarks on H. Res. 643.

Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume.

Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to rise in support of House Resolution 643. I want to thank my good friend and colleague, the gentleman from Utah (Mr. Cannon), for bringing this resolution forward. This resolution honors the Brigham Young University men's volleyball team for winning the 2004 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I-II men's volleyball championship.

Mr. Speaker, the mission of my alma mater, Brigham Young University, is to ``develop students of faith, intellect, and character who have the skills and the desire to continue learning and to serve others throughout their lives.'' One of the ways that the university accomplishes this mission is by developing and supporting a first-class athletics program.

And so today we recognize this first-class athletics program and give special recognition to the national champion Cougars for winning its third national men's volleyball championship in 6 years by overcoming a 10-6 deficit in game five to defeat Long Beach State University. BYU men's volleyball team will enter next season's competition after marking the second highest single season win total in its volleyball history after achieving a 29-and-4 overall win-loss record.

In addition to the inspiring team victory, four players distinguished themselves from the team by being named to All-American teams at the conclusion of the season. Carlos Morento and Fernando Pessoa were recognized by the American Volleyball Coaches Association for first- team honors; and their teammates, Joe Hillman and Victor Batista, received second-team citations.

Coach Tom Peterson also deserves praise for becoming the first men's volleyball coach in the NCAA's history to win a national championship with two different schools.

The distinction earned by these individuals and the remarkable repeat victories of the team reflect the dedication of each player, the leadership of Coach Tom Peterson, and the support of family, friends and fans.

I extend my congratulations to each of the hard working players on the successful Cougar team, to Coach Peterson and to Brigham Young University. I am happy to join my colleagues in honoring the accomplishment of this team and wish them continued success.

Once again, I strongly support House Resolution 643 and ask my colleagues to support this resolution.

Madam Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.

Madam Speaker, I have no further requests for time, and I yield back the balance of my time.

Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Brigham Young University men's volley ball team for winning the 2004 NCAA Division I-II men's volleyball championship.

As you may know, Brigham Young University is located in the 3rd district of Utah, and it has been my pleasure to represent the University and its student body for the past 8 years. This is the third national championship in men's volleyball that BYU has won in 6 years by overcoming a 10-6 deficit in game 5 to defeat Long Beach State University.

The team achieved a 29-4 overall record for the season, marking the second highest single season win total in BYU volleyball history. I would especially like to congratulate the Cougars head coach, Tom Peterson, who became the first men's volleyball coach in NCAA history to win a national championship with 2 different schools.

The entire team deserves recognition for winning the national championship, but I would like to take a moment and recognize a few players whose abilities have garnered extra honors. Seniors Fernando Pessoa and Joe Hillman received first and second team All-American honors, respectively, and sophomore Victor Batista also received second-team honors. Junior Carlos Moreno earned the distinction of being selected the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation Player of the Year, the American Volleyball Coaches Association Division I-II National Player of the Year, the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation Tournament Most Valuable Player, and the NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player.

Madam Speaker, I again congratulate the BYU Men's Volleyball team on its championship.

Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Brigham Young University men's volleyball team on their 2004 NCAA National Collegiate Men's Volleyball Championship. I am pleased to join my colleagues in cosponsoring this bill and encourage all of my colleagues in the House to support it. The Brigham Young University men's volleyball team made history before they ever set foot onto the court for the 2004 NCAA championship game. The Cougars regular season successes included a new school record of 21 straight victories, a 16-1 home court win-loss record, ten straight weeks on the USA Today/AVCA Coaches Top 15 Poll, and an average fan base of 2,600 at home court appearances.

The Cougars entered the NCAA Final Four as the top seed and the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation regular and season tournament champions. They defeated Lewis University, the defending national champions, during the semi-final match. This win led the Cougars to their fourth appearance in six years in the NCAA championship match, where they overcame a 10-6 deficit in game five to defeat Long Beach State University to win the national championship.

I congratulate the BYU men's volleyball team and Coach Tom Peterson on their championship season and wish them continued success as the build upon these accomplishments in the years to come.

Madam Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume.

Madam Speaker, I rise in support of H. Res. 643 introduced by the gentleman from Utah (Mr. Cannon), a resolution congratulating Brigham Young University for winning the Division I-II volleyball national championship.

The regular season and the championship tournament truly gave BYU an exciting run to the national championship. I want to extend my hardy congratulations to the head coach Tom Peterson and all of the BYU athletes.

BYU won a school record 21 consecutive matches during the regular season showcasing their true championship spirit.

Winning this national championship has brought national acclaim to Brigham Young University and its student athletes. I am sure this national championship will give the university and its fans something to treasure for years to come.

Madam Speaker, I have no further requests for time, and I yield back the balance of my time.