[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 30 (Thursday, March 9, 2006)]
[House]
[Page H795]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING JASON McELWAIN AND THE GREECE ATHENA HIGH SCHOOL TROJANS

  (Mr. REYNOLDS asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize an outstanding 
young man, his supportive teammates and an inspirational performance on 
the basketball court.
  In a matter of just 4 minutes, Jason McElwain and the Greece Athena 
High School Trojans showed us all the power of dedication, teamwork and 
perseverance. Jason also placed his heart and soul into helping the 
Trojans as team manager, and although never getting a chance to play, 
became an indispensable teammate.
  Jason has also been challenged every day by autism, a disability 
that, while difficult, has not undercut Jason's goal or his support for 
the team. In turn, Jason's teammates, led by Coach Jim Johnson, have 
embraced him and believed in him, becoming his greatest friends and 
supporters.
  This teamwork and mutual respect was never clearer than on the night 
of February 15. With only 4 minutes remaining in the final game of the 
regular season, Jason made his remarkable debut for the Trojans. He 
went on to make six 3-pointers and finished with 20 points.
  A true hero and the true meaning of the word teamwork was discovered 
that night on the hardwood in Greece. And 2 weeks later, that teamwork 
propelled the Trojans to the very top as they won their sectional 
championship. Jason's perseverance and his teammates' support serve as 
a great example to us all.
  Mr. Speaker, in recognition of their remarkable achievement, I ask 
this honorable body to join me in honoring Jason McElwain and the 
Greece Athena High School Basketball Trojans.

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