[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 90 (Monday, June 5, 1995)]
[Senate]
[Page S7709]
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    CONGRATULATING SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY 1995 NCAA LACROSSE CHAMPIONS

 Mr. D'AMATO. Mr. President, I rise toady to pay tribute to our 
Nation's 1995 NCAA Men's Lacrosse Champions, the Orangemen of Syracuse 
University. I am particularly proud both as a New Yorker and as an 
alumnus of both the university and its law school.
  Last Monday, before a crowd of over 26,000, the Orange bested the 
Maryland Terrapins--who enjoyed a home field advantage--by a score of 
13-9 to win the collegiate title. This victory was a fitting tribute to 
the memory of the late Roy Simmons, Sr.--the father of SU Coach Roy 
Simmons, Jr., and the legend of Syracuse lacrosse--to whom the 
Orangemen had dedicated their season. The victory for Syracuse marks 
the sixth time that the Orange have won the national championship and a 
record 13th straight trip to the final four.
  The young men of the Syracuse University lacrosse team have a lot to 
be proud of in this victory. It is the crowning achievement in this 
arduous sport demonstrating that a commitment to teamwork and 
excellence do pay off. This is especially true among the upperclassmen 
who could have rested on their 1993 championship laurels. By example, 
their hard work to get back on top will be carried on by SU teams for 
years to come. A tradition of winning has been maintained, and it is a 
tradition that I believe future Syracuse teams will sustain.
  We can all be proud of the accomplishment of these young men. They 
have risen to claim top honors in this demanding sport without 
sacrificing their academic standards. Mr. President, once again, I 
salute our Nation's NCAA Lacrosse Champions, the Syracuse University 
Orangemen.

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