June 16, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S6781 University of Michigan Softball Team. Michigan took a 4–1 lead after fresh- ciation (NCAA) Softball Championship and After a 32 game winning streak at the man first baseman Samantha Findlay the first Big Ten Conference team to claim a beginning of the season, the Wolverines hit a three run homer in the 10th in- national title in softball or baseball since 1966; became the Nation’s top-ranked college ning. Whereas the University of Michigan soft- softball program for the first time in The 2005 University of Michigan soft- ball team clinched the 2005 Women’s College school history, and they were able to ball team had a remarkable and his- World Series in an exciting extra-innings maintain the top ranking for the rest toric season. They were recognized game with a 3-run homer in the 10th inning of the season. The Wolverines ended mid-season as the top ranked colle- to win 4 to 1; the season with 65 wins and 7 losses, giate softball team in America. They Whereas the University of Michigan soft- the best record in school history and went on to win both the Big Ten reg- ball team hit a home run in 57 of 65 games was one of three schools in NCAA his- ular season championship and Big Ten during the 2005 season and is just 1 of 3 schools in NCAA history to hit 100 home runs tory to hit 100 home runs in a season. Tournament title and then advanced to in a season; Many members of the Wolverine their eighth Women’s College World Whereas in 2005, the University of Michi- team have been honored for their ef- Series to defeat the two-time defending gan softball team earned its first Number 1 forts both on and off of the field. Eight champion UCLA Bruins in the three- ranking in school history and won its tenth of the team’s 19 members were named game series finals. Big Ten Conference championship and sev- to the Big Ten all-conference team, in- I am very proud of the women on this enth Big Ten Tournament title en route to cluding five on the Big Ten first team. University of Michigan team which fin- advancing to its eighth Women’s College Perhaps even more impressive is that World Series; ished with a school record of 65 wins Whereas the NCAA championship title six Wolverine players were named to and 7 losses. Several of Michigan’s marks the 52nd national championship for a the spring 2005 Academic All-Big Ten players received honors during the sea- sports program at the University of Michi- Conference team. The Wolverines’ son for their spectacular play and at gan, the second for a women’s athletic pro- pitcher, Jennie Ritter, was honored the end of the year for their consistent gram at Michigan, and the first for a softball with the Big Ten Pitcher of the Year excellence during the season. In fact, program east of the Mississippi River; title and was a finalist for the Amateur the Women’s College World Series Most Whereas the University of Michigan soft- Softball Association’s USA Softball ball team mounted an impressive season Outstanding Player honors went to record of 65 wins and 7 losses; Collegiate Player of the Year. A mem- Samantha Findlay, the first freshman Whereas Coach Carol Hutchins eclipsed the ber of the Big Ten second team, position player to be so recognized. In 900 win mark, capping a stellar 21 year ca- Samantha Findlay, earned an award as addition, three Michigan players were reer at Michigan that has seen her become the Big Ten Freshman of the Year. The nominated for the USA Softball Colle- the most victorious coach in University of 2005 University of Michigan Softball giate Player of the Year, two of which Michigan history, currently ranking among team included Stephanie Bercaw, are finalists for the award. the top 10 Division I active coaches, with 940 Angie Danis, Samantha Findlay, The 2005 University of Michigan soft- career wins and a .729 winning percentage; Whereas 2 University of Michigan softball Alessandra Giampaolo, Tiffany Haas, ball team was also very exciting to players, shortstop Jessica Merchant and Lauren Holland, Jennifer Kreinbrink, watch because they hit a home run in pitcher Jennie Ritter, were finalists for the Grace Leutele, Becky Marx, Jessica 57 of 65 games during the 2005 season. USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year Merchant, Rebekah Milian, Nicole They are just one of three schools in Award; Motycka, Jennie Ritter, Lauren Tal- NCAA history to hit 100 home runs in a Whereas a record-tying 8 players from the bot, Michelle Teschler, Michelle season. Michigan’s fans recognized this University of Michigan softball team were Weatherdon, Lorilyn Wilson, Stephanie and came out in support of their team named to the Big Ten All-Conference Team, Winter, and Tiffany Worthy. all year, setting a single-season home and 6 players were named to the Spring 2005 This season proved to be an espe- Academic All-Big Ten Conference Team; attendance record and bringing in the Whereas the University of Michigan soft- cially memorable one for Head Coach top five crowds in program history. ball team was led by the solid coaching of Carol Hutchins for several reasons. Most importantly may be the honor Carol Hutchins, Bonnie Tholl, Jennifer Coach Hutchins eclipsed the 900 career given to six University of Michigan Brundage, and Jennifer Teague; win mark during the season, and her softball players that were named to the Whereas players on the University of 940th win resulted in a championship spring 2005 Academic All-Big Ten Con- Michigan softball team included Stephanie for the Wolverines. She currently en- ference team. I am a strong supporter Bercaw, Angie Danis, Samantha Findlay, joys the distinction of being the most of women’s athletics and believe that Alessandra Giampaolo, Tiffany Haas, Lauren victorious coach in University of Holland, Jennifer Kreinbrink, Grace Leutele, through their participation and accom- Becky Marx, Jessica Merchant, Rebekah Michigan history and currently ranks plishments the women of University of Milian, Nicole Motycka, Jennie Ritter, among the top ten Division I active Michigan’s 2005 national championship Lauren Talbot, Michelle Teschler, Michelle coaches in career wins and winning softball team, and all the other women Weatherdon, Lorilyn Wilson, Stephanie Win- percentage. involved in collegiate athletics, pro- ter, and Tiffany Worthy; and As we honor this impressive triumph, vide powerful and very positive mes- Whereas Michigan had tremendous support I am reminded of the many times I sage to girls and young women in our from its hometown fans during their season, have had the pleasure of congratu- country. setting a home attendance record in 2005, lating a strong Wolverine team. Michi- and bringing in the 5 largest crowds in pro- Mr. FRIST. I ask unanimous consent gram history: Now, therefore, be it gan can be proud of this most recent that the resolution and preamble be Resolved, That the Senate— success, their fifty-second National agreed to en bloc, the motion to recon- (1) commends the University of Michigan Championship in school history. I am sider be laid upon the table, and that softball team for winning the 2005 National proud to join Senator STABENOW in any statements relating thereto be Collegiate Athletic Association Division I congratulating the University of printed in the RECORD, without inter- Championship on June 8, 2005; Michigan Softball Team on winning vening action or debate. (2) recognizes all of the players and coach- es who were instrumental in this achieve- the 2005 Softball National Champion- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ship. I know my Senate colleagues ment; and objection, it is so ordered. (3) directs the Secretary of the Senate to share my admiration of the poise, skill The resolution (S. Res. 175) was transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution and hard work necessary to achieve agreed to. to the University of Michigan athletic de- this milestone. The preamble was agreed to. partment for appropriate display. Ms. STABENOW. Madam President, I The resolution, with its preamble, f rise today to congratualte the Univer- reads as follows: sity of Michigan softball team on win- ORDER TO PRINT AS A SENATE S. RES. 175 ning the National Collegiate Athletic DOCUMENT Whereas the top-ranked University of Association championship on June 8, Michigan softball team defeated the Univer- Mr. FRIST. Madam President, I ask 2005. sity of California–Los Angeles (UCLA) Bru- unanimous consent that tribute state- Coach Carol Hutchins’s team com- ins in the Women’s College World Series 2 ments regarding former Senator Exon pleted a remarkable season last games to 1, becoming only the eighth team be printed as a Senate document, pro- Wednesday on national television when to win the National Collegiate Athletic Asso- vided that Senators have until the VerDate Mar 15 2010 20:46 Jan 30, 2014 Jkt 081600 PO 00000 Frm 00113 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\2005SENATE\S16JN5.REC S16JN5 mmaher on DSKCGSP4G1 with SOCIALSECURITY S6782 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 16, 2005 close of business on June 30 to submit following the remarks of Senator SES- manely, because we have high ideals as such statements. SIONS. Americans. There are thousands of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without prisoners and we have thousands of sol- objection, it is so ordered. objection, it is so ordered. diers involved in this area. That some- The Senator from Alabama. one would overstep their bounds is not f f something we would not expect. It hap- ORDERS FOR TUESDAY, JUNE 20, THE TREATMENT OF PRISONERS pens in American prisons every day.