[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 20 (Tuesday, February 24, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E208]
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                         TRIBUTE TO JOHN ELWAY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 24, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is truly a privilege to take this 
opportunity to pay tribute to John Elway, a remarkable individual and 
stellar athlete from the State of Colorado. John will be forever 
revered as one of the most outstanding quarterbacks to ever play in the 
National Football League. In recognition of his achievements and 
dedication to the sport, John was recently selected to enter into the 
Pro Football Hall of Fame. This prestigious honor is a true testament 
to his extraordinary leadership and commitment to excellence both on 
and off the field, and it is my honor to highlight his accomplishments 
before this body of Congress and this nation.
  John captured the attention of sports enthusiasts worldwide 
throughout his impressive career. He began playing for the Denver 
Broncos in 1983, and went on to lead his team to five playoff 
appearances, five Superbowls, and two Superbowl victories. Upon his 
retirement in 1998, John had amassed more victories than any 
quarterback in the history of the NFL. As further testament to his 
career accomplishments, John was chosen to enter the Pro Football Hall 
of Fame on his first year of eligibility.
  John is also well known as an active leader off the field, and has 
for many years, contributed his time and energies toward improving the 
lives of his fellow citizens. In 1987, John founded The Elway 
Foundation, an organization that has been instrumental in raising over 
$3 million to help eliminate child abuse. The money has been used to 
aid the Family Advocacy, Care, Education, Support organization and The 
Kempe Children's Center. John's dedication to his community truly 
serves as a valuable model of civic service to today's youth and young 
athletes.
  Mr. Speaker, it is quite clear that John Elway is a person whose 
unparalleled dedication and hard work both led him to the top of his 
profession in the National Football League. The combination of his 
incredible talent and unrelenting passion for competition, combined 
with an unconquerable human spirit, has led to his selection as a 
member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. It is my distinct pleasure to 
recognize his achievements before this body of Congress and this nation 
today, and I wish him all the best in his future endeavors. You have 
made your teammates, your fans, and the State of Colorado proud.

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