[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 75 (Wednesday, June 4, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1111]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


 IN RECOGNITION OF THE SEVENTH ANNUAL HALL OF FAME DINNER DANCE OF THE 
                    PORT WASHINGTON YOUTH ACTIVITIES

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                         HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 4, 1997

  Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to join with my constituents 
and the residents of Port Washington as they gather with the members of 
the Port Washington Youth Activities [PYA] in celebration of their 
Seventh Annual Hall of Fame Dinner Dance.
  The PYA is a volunteer youth organization dedicated to supporting 
sports programs for youngsters between the ages of 6 and 14. The goal 
of the organization is to teach children the valuable lessons of 
leadership and good sportsmanship. Induction into the PYA's Hall of 
Fame is reserved for those unique and caring individuals who have given 
so much to the support to the program over the years.
  Three most unique and dedicated individuals, Bob Busby, Jack Eaton, 
and Vinnie Sombrotto will be so honored by induction into the Port 
Washington Youth Activities Hall of Fame. Bob Busby has been a 
significant contributor through his service as wrestling coach, 
commissioner, and director for over 10 years. Jack Eaton has greatly 
distinguished himself in the role of officer, commissioner, and coach 
of the baseball and basketball teams. Vinnie Sombrotto is being cited 
for his athletic achievements in lacrosse at the collegiate and 
professional levels. Many of his skills and dedication were developed 
in his active days as a youth in PYA football and lacrosse programs.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the House to join with me and 
rise to honor these community members for their individual and 
collective contributions to youth sports and all they embody. They are 
an excellent reflection upon themselves, their families, their 
community, and the volunteer spirit of American volunteer groups. They 
are most deserving of this great honor.

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