HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 99-4621, by Representative Carlson

     WHEREAS, Athletics is one of the most effective ways for girls and women to develop leadership skills, self-discipline, initiative, and confidence; and

     WHEREAS, Sports and fitness activity contributes to emotional and physical well-being and increased self-esteem, and develops strong bodies; and

     WHEREAS, The Falcons, a volleyball team of Prairie High School in Brush Prairie, Washington, recently won the Class 4A state volleyball championship games when it beat the volleyball team of Ferris High School in Spokane, Washington with a score of 17-15, 7-15, and 15-10 at the Spokane Arena; and

     WHEREAS, Andrea Dettorre, Jenni Ehrman, Sandra Sperry, Yesenia Rauch, Molly Nelson, Carri Colvin, Rachael Mortek, Tiffany Thorkildson, Rochelle Healea, Tara Haag, Jessica Bunn, and Courtney Cushing displayed team spirit, talent, and accomplishments that are a source of inspiration and pride to their families, coaches, and students of Brush Prairie High School; and

     WHEREAS, Coaches Chelinda Dettorre, Denise Olson, and Shannon Wycoff, through their sheer determination, hard work, and diligence, have become role models to the young women players of the team; and

     WHEREAS, As a result of the dedication of the team members and their coaches, the Falcons earned a season record of 14-0 in league games during the 1998-99 school year;

     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives recognize and honor the young women and their coaches for their achievements;

     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Co-Chief Clerks of the House of Representatives immediately transmit copies of this resolution to the members and coaches of the Falcon's volleyball team.

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