S.Res. 144Senate110th Congress (2007-2009)Passed Congress

A resolution honoring the Michigan State University Spartans on winning the 2007 Men's National Collegiate Hockey Championship.

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4314-4316; text as passed Senate: CR S4315-4316; text of measure as introduced: CR S4313)

April 10, 2007

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Sen. Carl LevinD-MI · Apr 10, 2007

Mr. President, I am happy to join with my colleague from Michigan, Senator Debbie Stabenow, in supporting this resolution, which recognizes the Spartans hard work, grit and determination in winning Michigan State University's third NCAA Men's Hockey championship. The Spartans secured the 2007 National Title in dramatic fashion by overcoming a 1 to 0 deficit to defeat Boston College 3 to 1 in the NCAA Men's Championship Final. This victory is a

great source of pride for all those affiliated with Michigan State University and for the entire state of Michigan.

Championships are won by doing all the little things right, by not giving up, and by trusting one another regardless of the obstacles. All of these traits were on display Saturday night when, in the waning moments of the championship game, the Spartans mounted a final charge to capture the 2007 NCAA Title. The Spartans scored 3 goals in the final 10 minutes of play. The game was tied until the last minute of regulation, when Justin Abdelkader scored the go-ahead goal with 18.9 seconds remaining. The Spartans solidified this hard-fought victory by scoring an empty netter set up by an Eagle team that desperately fought to tie the game.

The Spartans upset victory before a record setting crowd of 19,432 at the Scottrade Center in St. Louis completed a highly entertaining and rewarding season. MSU Hockey's third NCAA title is being celebrated today in East Lansing, Michigan. The members of the championship team are being honored with a parade followed by a rally at Munn Ice Arena. This is a victory for the Spartan team and MSU community, as well as for the many fans, friends, and family whose strong and unwavering support was exhibited throughout the Spartans' memorable championship season.

Each member of the MSU team made important contributions to the Spartans' success, including players Justin Abdelkader, Tim Crowder, Jeff Dunne, Tyler Howells, Brandon Gentile, Ethan Graham, Bobby Jarosz, Justin Johnston, Tim Kennedy, Kurt Kivisto, Chris Lawrence, Bryan Lerg, Jeff Lerg, Zak McClellan, Jim McKenzie, Steve Mnich, Chris Mueller, Michael Ratchuk, Matt Schepke, Chris Snavely, Jay Sprague, Daniel Sturges, Nick Sucharski, Ryan Turek, Daniel Vukovic, Brandon Warner, Head Coach Rick Comley, Assistant Coaches Tom Newton and Brian Renfrew, and Athletic Trainer Dave Carrier.

MSU Spartans' Head Coach Rick Comley, who was named a 2007 National Coach of the Year finalist, became the third coach in college hockey history to win national titles at two institutions, the first with Northern Michigan University. Coach Comley recorded his 714th career victory on Saturday. He currently holds the distinction of being the third winningest coach amongst active hockey coaches and fifth winningest in NCAA Hockey history. He has continued the successful Spartan Hockey tradition established by Ron Mason, the Spartans' former head coach, current athletic director, and the all-time winningest NCAA Hockey coach.

Throughout the 2007 championship season, the MSU men's hockey team has demonstrated a commitment to unselfish play, always placing team success ahead of individual accomplishments. However, I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge the outstanding individual effort displayed by sophomore goal tender Jeff Lerg, whose instrumental play throughout the season helped to secure the title and earned him both NCAA Midwest Regional MVP honors and a place on the Frozen Four All Tournament team.

I know my colleagues in the Senate join me in congratulating Coach Comley and the 2007 Michigan State University Spartans on their NCAA Men's Hockey National Championship.

Sen. Debbie StabenowD-MI · Apr 10, 2007

Mr. President, I rise today to commend the Michigan State University Spartans on winning the 2007 Men's National Collegiate Hockey Championship. On Saturday, April 7, 2007, the Michigan State…

Mr. President, I rise today to commend the Michigan State University Spartans on winning the 2007 Men's National Collegiate Hockey Championship.

On Saturday, April 7, 2007, the Michigan State University Men's Hockey Team won the 2007 Men's Hockey National Collegiate Athletic Association Championship by defeating Boston College by a score of 3 to 1.

In a hard-fought game, and going into the final period with a one- goal deficit, the Spartans charged ahead to tie the game, and then triumphantly scored a game-winning goal with only 18.9 seconds remaining of play.

This victory constituted MSU Hockey's third national championship, and the first since 1986. Each member of the MSU Hockey organization made essential contributions to the team's success.

MSU Spartans' Head Coach Rick Comley has become only the third coach in college hockey history to win national titles at two institutions, and has earned over 700 career wins.

A record crowd of over 19,000 people attended the Frozen Four Championship game in St. Louis, and the enthusiasm shown by the people of Michigan and the students of MSU demonstrate Michigan's strong support for the MSU Hockey organization.

I know how important the families and friends of the team have been in providing unwavering support and always cheering on their Spartans.

In the final weeks of the season, with an uncertain forecast of their playoff position, the Spartans rallied together with unrivaled team character and focus, and starting with the 1st round playoffs in Grand Rapids, MI, they went on undefeated to clinch the championship.

Michigan State University has always stood as a center for excellence in both athletics and scholarship, especially with the guidance of University President Lou Anna K. Simon, and athletic director and renowned former MSU Hockey coach, Ron Mason.

I am a proud MSU alumnus myself, and was beyond delighted to see this great team win the national championship.

The MSU Spartans displayed unparalleled team camaraderie, and have shown their ability to unite both on and off the ice has led them to well-fought victories.

The Spartan Hockey Team demonstrated superior strength, skill, perseverance and determination and has made Michigan State University and the entire State of Michigan proud.

I congratulate the MSU Spartan Hockey Team on winning the 2007 NCAA Championship and recognize all the players, coaches, staff, fans, and others who were instrumental in this great achievement.

Again, this is a wonderful day for Michigan State University. We are very proud of our hockey members and particularly proud of a member of my staff, Jeff Muich, whose brother Steve is a member of that team. So with pride we congratulate Michigan State University on this wonderful achievement.

Sen. Tom HarkinD-IA · Apr 10, 2007

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be agreed to, the preamble be agreed to, the motion to reconsider be laid upon the table, and that any statements relating to the resolution…

Sen. Tom HarkinD-IA · Apr 10, 2007

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate now proceed to the immediate consideration of S. Res. 144 submitted earlier today.

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Agreed to SenateIssued April 10, 2007

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110th CONGRESS

1st Session

S. RES. 144

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

April 10, 2007

Ms. Stabenow (for herself and Mr. Levin) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to

RESOLUTION

Honoring the Michigan State University Spartans on winning the 2007 Men's National Collegiate Hockey Championship.

Whereas, on Saturday, April 7, 2007, the Michigan State University (MSU) Men’s Hockey Team won the 2007 Men’s Hockey National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Championship by defeating Boston College by a score of 3 to 1;

Whereas entering the final period with a one-goal deficit, the Spartans rallied to tie the game at 1 to 1, and with 18.9 seconds remaining in regulation, scored the go-ahead goal to secure MSU Hockey's third national championship, and first since 1986;

Whereas the MSU Spartans won the NCAA Midwest Regional in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to qualify for the Frozen Four finals, making them the first Central Collegiate Hockey Association team to reach the tournament finals since 1998;

Whereas each member of the MSU Hockey organization made essential contributions to the team’s success, including players Justin Abdelkader, Tim Crowder, Jeff Dunne, Tyler Howells, Brandon Gentile, Ethan Graham, Bobby Jarosz, Justin Johnston, Tim Kennedy, Kurt Kivisto, Chris Lawrence, Bryan Lerg, Jeff Lerg, Zak McClellan, Jim McKenzie, Steve Mnich, Chris Mueller, Michael Ratchuk, Matt Schepke, Chris Snavely, Jay Sprague, Daniel Sturges, Nick Sucharski, Ryan Turek, Daniel Vukovic, and Brandon Warner, Head Coach Rick Comley, Assistant Coaches Tom Newton and Brian Renfrew, and Athletic Trainer Dave Carrier;

Whereas MSU Spartans’ Head Coach Rick Comley, who was named a 2007 National Coach of the Year finalist, became the third coach in college hockey history to win national titles at two institutions, the first with Northern Michigan University, and has recorded over 700 career victories, making him the third winningest coach amongst active coaches, and fifth winningest in NCAA history;

Whereas at the Frozen Four Championship game in St. Louis, a record 19,432 people attended and the enthusiasm shown by the people of Michigan and the student body of Michigan State University clearly demonstrates Michigan’s strong support for the MSU Hockey organization and the determined effort of all the team’s players;

Whereas MSU Hockey's third NCAA title will be celebrated in East Lansing, Michigan on Tuesday, April 10, 2007, and its members honored with a parade followed by a rally at Munn Ice Arena;

Whereas the families and friends of the team have provided unwavering support and have tirelessly cheered on their Spartans;

Whereas after many trials and tribulations in the later part of the season, the Spartans rallied together with unrivaled team character and focus to clinch the NCAA title;

Whereas Michigan State University has always stood as a center for excellence in both athletics and scholarship, under the current leadership of University President Lou Anna K. Simon, and Athletic Director and renowned former MSU Hockey coach Ron Mason;

Whereas the MSU Spartans displayed unparalleled team camaraderie and have shown their ability to unite both on and off the ice, which led to hard-fought victories throughout the season; and

Whereas the Spartan Men's Hockey Team demonstrated superior strength, skill, perseverance, and determination during the 2006–2007 season and has made Michigan State University and the entire State of Michigan proud: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate—

(1)

congratulates the Michigan State University Men’s Hockey Team on winning the 2007 National Collegiate Athletic Association Championship and recognizes all the players, coaches, staff, fans, families, and others who were instrumental in this great achievement; and

(2)

directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to Michigan State University and to the MSU Spartans Men’s Hockey Team for appropriate display.