Smucker Congratulates Avon Grove Lacrosse Team on House Floor

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-16), in a speech today on the House floor, congratulated the Avon Grove High School men's lacrosse team on their 5 – 4 state championship victory over Conestoga. His full remarks are below and the video is here.

Full Remarks

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

"I rise today to congratulate the Avon Grove Red Devils men's lacrosse team on their state championship victory.

"The Red Devils finished the season with a 23 and 2 record, beating Philadelphia area powerhouse – Conestoga – in the PIAA Class 3A title game with a thrilling 5-4 victory.

"Sophomore Zach Augustine was one of the heroes, scoring the game winning goal in double overtime, a moment that he described as "unbelievable."

"This redeeming victory for them comes three years after a heartbreaking loss for the Red Devils in the 2014 state title game.

"Senior midfielder Doug Jones, a freshman on that 2014 team, said: "I remember as a freshman saying to myself that I wanted to get back there. We knew we had one goal – to win this. It means the absolute world to us."

"I applaud the commitment displayed by these young men, both to each other and to their community.

"Congratulations to the Avon Grove Red Devils team, the coaches, their families, and the faculty, staff, and students that made this championship so special.

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker, I yield back."