[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 134 (Thursday, December 7, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2122]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING JON BUTLER

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                           HON. RUSH D. HOLT

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 6, 2006

  Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Jon Butler, a 
constituent from Pennington, and recognize his great achievements. Mr. 
Butler has recently received the 2006 Hershey's STRIVE award, National 
Administrator of the Year from the National Council of Youth Sports.
  Mr. Butler has been chosen for this award because he has been a 
guiding force in his community. He has worked closely with Pop Warner 
Little Scholars, the largest youth football, cheerleading, and dance 
program in the United States. Mr. Butler has worked to facilitate 
children's participation in group sports and activities. These 
activities engage children in a safe environment and help to teach 
essential skills and knowledge. Jon now has begun educating Capitol 
Hill about the value of Pop Warner Little Scholars.
  Mr. Butler sets high standards for children and always encourages 
them to perform at their highest level. Mr. Butler has developed a 
Coaches Education Training Program to educate adults on the basic 
fundamentals of youth sports, including sportsmanship, coaching 
techniques, and respect for youth.
  STRIVE, which stands for Sports Teach Respect, Initiative, Values, 
and Excellence, honors adult leaders who have a passion for helping 
children, and I am proud to recognize Mr. Jon Butler for receiving this 
award.

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