[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 105 (Wednesday, July 16, 2003)]
[House]
[Page H6872]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          CONGRESSIONAL BASEBALL GAME BIG VICTORY FOR CHARITY

  (Mr. OXLEY asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. OXLEY. Mr. Speaker, it is a great honor to be in the well of the 
House and to announce that the baseball game which was played last 
Thursday night between the Republicans and Democrats ended in a 
Republican victory, 5-3. I want to congratulate all of my Republican 
colleagues who played so well on the diamond, but particularly our most 
valuable player, the gentleman from Illinois (Mr. Shimkus). The coveted 
Roll Call trophy stands behind me.
  This is the first game in a new series, a 5-game series. I also want 
to congratulate the gentleman from Minnesota (Mr. Sabo), the manager of 
the Democrats, a real sportsman and a great individual, and all of the 
Democrats who participated.
  Ultimately, this is a big victory for charity. We raised close to 
$100,000 for various charities, and ultimately that is what this game 
is all about. For folks back home who think this was a softball game, I 
assure you, we play hard ball here in Washington. Indeed, it was a 
great night and a great victory in Prince George's Stadium where the 
Bowie Bay Sox play. We want to thank the Bay Sox for their hospitality. 
A good time was had by all, and also to the sponsors who put up the 
funds to make this available and particularly to the charities. Again, 
a great victory and bragging rights for 364 days, which is not all bad.

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