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Congratulating Severn School Sailing Team

Floor Speech

Date: June 30, 2026
Location: Washington, DC

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Ms. ELFRETH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of the Severn School sailing team.

This spring, these students made history by becoming the first team ever to win both the Baker and the Mallory National Championships in the same season, but these victories did not come easily.

In the Mallory competition, the Admirals made a critical comeback from third to first place, despite dicey wind conditions, to win their second title.

Four graduating seniors, Alex Baker, Charlotte MacDonald, Annie Sitzmann, and Annabelle Ulak, even missed their commencement ceremony to compete in the national championships.

These students' commitment to excellence, both in the classroom and on the water, is truly inspiring, and their accomplishments speak to the incredible coaches and mentors they have had along the way.

Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Coach Sitzmann, Coach Alexander, Coach Davids, and the entire Severn sailing team on an incredible season and this historic accomplishment.

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