CONGRATULATING BLYTHEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

CONGRATULATING BLYTHEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E208] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING BLYTHEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL ______ HON. JOE WILSON of south carolina in the house of representatives Thursday, March 12, 2026 Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I am grateful to recognize the Blythewood High School girls' basketball team, ``The Bengals,'' as they defeated Wando High School in the 2026 5A Division I South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) State Championship. This marks the second State Championship in team history. In their final game, on March 6, 2026, the Bengals won the game 68- 44, finishing off their record with 24 wins and only 5 losses. The Blythewood High team includes players Madison Daniels, Kennedy Anderson, Aniya Guerrero, Kirsten Fulton, Kylie Davis, Alayna Young, Kylie Stovall, Hayley Hightower, Madison Thomas, Kaila Spain, Chase Thomas, and India Williams. Alongside the players is talented coach, Emily McElveen, and Statistician, Kevin Williams. On behalf of all South Carolina, I congratulate the Blythewood High Bengals on this impressive achievement and I wish them the best of luck as they defend their title in the upcoming season. This victory of the Blythewood High Bengals is well-deserved for the team, coaches, families, and community for all their hard work and support, making their dream come true. ____________________