Congratulating the Mishawaka Cavemen

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Mr. YAKYM. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize a special group of Hoosiers who recently made their hometown very proud.

Earlier this month, the Mishawaka Cavemen won the 3A State title in wrestling for the fourth time in school history. Their return as State champions was 13 years in the making for the Cavemen, and it wasn't easy.

To take home the title, the Cavemen first had to go through the defending State champs, Columbus East, which they did on their way to an exhilarating 43-31 win.

As Head Coach Steve Sandefer said: ``You have to wrestle for the guy next to you.'' I think that is the kind of team-first mindset that every wrestler embraced wholeheartedly. It is a big part of why they and the Mishawaka community are celebrating. I know it is an attitude that will serve these young men well in their future careers and family lives.

I know one more thing. That approach of rallying to pick up a teammate when they are down is something that our country could use a whole lot more of.

Congratulations to Coach Sandefer, his dedicated staff, and all the wrestlers on their big win.

God bless you. Go Cavemen.

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