Rep. Cole Congratulates Carl Albert Student on Appointment to West Point

Washington, D.C. – Representative Tom Cole today congratulated Michael J. Evans on his appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York. Cole nominated Evans to the entering class of 2005.

"Michael Evans is one of Oklahoma's finest. Not only has he succeeded academically at Carl Albert High School but he has also excelled in sports, and other leadership activities," Congressman Tom Cole said. "I'm very happy for him that he can now continue to prove his excellence at the United States Military Academy, and in the process make his family and his state very proud."

Evans has received many honors during his high school career including National Honor Society, All American Scholar Achievement and the USAA National Leadership Merit Award. Michael is the son of Matt and Suzan Evans.

Evans was also offered a football scholarship from West Point. His football achievements at Carl Albert High School include Honorable Mention Big All City Tight End in 2003.

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