[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 95 (Friday, June 8, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E817]
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                         TRIBUTE TO GABE PAULEY

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, June 8, 2018

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
congratulate Gabe Pauley of AHSTW High School for winning the 170-pound 
Class 1A Iowa High School State Wrestling Championship. Gabe finished 
the season with a record of 56-0. This is Gabe's second individual 
State Wrestling championship.
  Gabe said, ``I've always wanted to be a state champ and now I have 
it. It feels great. I don't even have any words for it.'' Gabe finished 
third in the 2017 wrestling championship meet. ``It takes dedication, 
training, and perfection in order to become a champion,'' Gabe added.
  Iowa has a long and proud history of strong wrestling programs, 
producing college and Olympic champions for years. Gabe contributes his 
success to years of hard work and commitment and the support of his 
parents, family, coaches and fellow teammates.
  Mr. Speaker, the example set by Gabe demonstrates the rewards of 
dedication and perseverance. It is an honor representing Gabe and his 
family in the United States Congress and it is with great pride that I 
recognize them today. I ask that all of my colleagues in the United 
States House of Representatives join me in congratulating Gabe on 
competing in this rigorous competition and in wishing him nothing but 
continued success in his education and in his future endeavors.

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