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Congratulating Ndsu Bison On Winning 2011 Fcs Championship

Rep. Rick Berg

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Mr. Speaker, today I want to congratulate the North Dakota State Bison on an incredible football season that led to winning the 2011 FCS championship.

More than 10,000 Bison fans cheered on NDSU in Frisco, Texas, where the Bison capped off a 14-1 season and defeated the Sam Houston Bearkats in the championship game 17-6 on January 7, 2012.

The Bison, Coach Craig Bohl and his staff worked hard this season, and their determination resulted in NDSU's 9th football championship, and the first at the Division I level.

These student athletes represent NDSU's commitment to both academic and athletic excellence. Their character and perseverance truly exemplify the North Dakota spirit, and they have made our state proud. These young men will be remembered for a lifetime. Their efforts brought our state closer together, and we celebrate their athletic and academic successes.

Congratulations to the Bison players, coaches, NDSU staff, and Bison fans everywhere on an excellent season. You've made North Dakota proud!

Thank you, and Go Bison!