[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 117 (Monday, September 8, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1683-E1684]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


          A TRIBUTE TO THE AMERICAN YOUTH SOCCER ORGANIZATION

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                           HON. BRAD SHERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 8, 1997

  Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend the American Youth 
Soccer program for its contributions toward promoting athletic 
activities among children in our community. It is a great honor to rise 
on behalf of all of those involved in youth soccer.
  The American Youth Soccer Organization is an extremely important 
nonprofit corporation dedicated to promoting youth soccer in our 
community. This soccer program keeps our kids off the streets, promotes 
their self-esteem, and puts our children's minds and bodies to work. 
Both our community and our children profit from this league.
  I believe the American Youth Soccer Organization's motto ``everyone 
plays'' describes the nurturing environment that this organization 
strives to provide our children on the soccer field. I am proud to 
represent and honor an organization that encourages all of our

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youth to play soccer no matter what abilities they possess.
  Finally, the success of the American Youth Soccer Organization would 
not be possible without its wonderful volunteers. I commend the 
patience and dedication of all of those who are involved as players, 
coaches, referees, and spectators.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my distinguished colleagues to join me in 
recognizing the contributions the American Youth Soccer Organization 
has made to our community. The American Youth Soccer Organization 
serves as an example for other youth soccer leagues across our Nation.

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