HONORING THE UNION PINES SOFTBALL TEAM

On 2026-07-27, Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC-9) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING THE UNION PINES SOFTBALL TEAM" in the House.

HONORING THE UNION PINES SOFTBALL TEAM

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 122 (Monday, July 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 122 (Monday, July 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E746] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE UNION PINES SOFTBALL TEAM ______ HON. RICHARD HUDSON of north carolina in the house of representatives Monday, July 27, 2026 Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the accomplishments of the 2026 Union Pines softball team following their outstanding performance and recognition at the Carolina Pines Athletic Conference postseason awards. Senior catcher Kileigh Cameron finished her season as the state home run leader with 19 home runs and led the state 6A class in RBIs with 61 RBIs. Kileigh was named the conference player of the year. Junior pitcher Kaitlyn Blue pitched 116 innings and boasted a 1.57 ERA paired with 118 strikeouts. Kaitlyn was named conference pitcher of the year. Seniors Allie Bauer, Emily Auman, Serena McCutchen, Maddie Stein and sophomores Caidence Crabtree and Abbie Tyner were also named all- conference from Union Pines for their extraordinary seasons. I also want to recognize Head Coach Brian Blue, who was named the Carolina Pines Athletic Conference Coach of the Year. In his first season he led the team to a 28-4 overall record and its first conference title since 2013. I am proud to represent such a talented, dedicated, and hardworking group of student-athletes and coaches. Winning a conference championship is a remarkable accomplishment. I am inspired by their achievements and glad to see them being recognized for them. Mr. Speaker, please join me today honoring the Union Pines softball team. ____________________