[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 114 (Wednesday, September 3, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1632-E1633]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      MISSION VIEJO LITTLE LEAGUE

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                            HON. RON PACKARD

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 3, 1997

  Mr. PACKARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
accomplishments of the Mission Viejo, CA. Little League baseball team, 
who recently represented the United States in the Little League World 
Series championship game. The boys from Mission Viejo rose to the top 
in a field of 7,000 Little League teams from around the world.
  On Saturday, August 23, 1997, these boys showed the world something 
that people from our community already know: that through hard work, 
dedication, and community support, our kids can put their dreams within 
reach. I commend the efforts of the parents, coaches, and many citizens 
who have supported the Mission Viejo Little League team. They have set 
a wonderful example for communities across the Nation.
  There is nothing more worthy of our time than supporting community 
activities that teach our children the values of hard work and 
dedication. Successful community athletic programs not only provide our 
children with enjoyable recreation, they bring us together as parents 
and neighbors.
  Our community takes great pride in what these boys have achieved, but 
the endless

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contribution of parents and citizens in supporting these activities 
year after year should not go unnoticed. The patience and longstanding 
commitment of an entire community may not always pay off at the plate, 
but in the life of a child, it is truly a Home Run.
  Mr. Speaker, the scoreboard at the end of the game may not have shown 
it, but these boys are true champions. Our community is proud of their 
accomplishments and I am honored to request that their names be 
inserted into the Congressional Record in recognition of their 
achievement.
  Team members: Adam Sorgi, Chad Lucas, Gary Gattis, Gavin Fabin, Ryan 
O'Donavan, Taylor Bennett, Mike Cusick, Nick Moore, Andrew Nieves, Adam 
Elconin, Brian Kraker, Ashton While, and Greg Oates.

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