Recognizing Indiana High School Basketball

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Mrs. HOUCHIN. Madam Speaker, this Saturday was a big day for basketball in Indiana. Let's be honest: Every day is a big day for basketball in Indiana.

Nonetheless, this weekend, the girls' basketball teams throughout the State went head-to-head to compete for the Indiana High School Athletic Association State championship.

I am proud to share that not just one but two southern Indiana high schools brought home State titles for the Ninth District.

First to play was the Lanesville Eagles girls' basketball team. They walked away from the game with the school's first-ever IHSAA Class 1A State championship title.

The Eagles continued their firsts as senior Linzie Wernert was named the first athlete in Lanesville history to win the 2023 Patricia L. Roy Mental Attitude Award.

Next up on the basketball court was the Bedford North Lawrence Lady Stars basketball team. They won the game with the IHSAA class 4A State championship title for the fifth time.

Again, only adding to their success, senior Karsyn Norman was named the 2023 recipient of the Patricia L. Roy Mental Attitude Award.

Both teams left their hearts on the basketball court and represented their hometowns well. I join all Hoosiers across the district in saying congratulations. Their dedication to the sport helps make Indiana the best basketball State in the country.

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