[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 10 (Tuesday, January 26, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E86]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


              HONORING THE SPIRIT OF THE WHEELIN' TEAM 457

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                         HON. CANDICE S. MILLER

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 26, 2010

  Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Madam Speaker, I would like to acknowledge 
the members of Wheelin' Team 457, based in North Branch, Michigan. 
Wheelin' Team 457 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was 
founded in 2003 by current President Ray K. Brown. The primary mission 
of the group is to assist the physically challenged with outdoor and 
indoor sports and other recreational activities. The team also engages 
in an extraordinary community relations campaign to educate the public 
on disability issues.
  In addition to providing a wonderful service to the State of Michigan 
and the country, Wheelin' Team 457 has been very successful in 
competitive wheelchair sports. The team is undefeated and has posted a 
remarkable overall record of 13 wins and zero losses. I think it is 
fair to say that no matter the sport it is extremely difficult to 
maintain perfection over an extended time period.
  This accomplishment, and the increased popularity of Wheelin' Team 
457, has allowed members to expand beyond the sports world and assist 
people with other activities like fishing, hunting, billiards and 
archery just to name a few. I want to congratulate Wheelin' Team 457 on 
reaching this notable achievement and applaud you all for your hard 
work and dedication to be the best.
  Furthermore, I want to commend team for the work they do to help 
citizens with physical challenges to get their lives ``moving'' once 
again. As human beings, we sometimes can fall victim to our own self-
sorrow. But Wheelin' Team 457 has made it a priority to help those 
living with physical disabilities stay motivated. I know this is a 
constant and a tremendous challenge, but I believe the members of 
Wheelin' Team 457 are ready to face any obstacle head-on, fulfilling 
their mission each and every day!
  I offer Wheelin' Team 457 my best wishes for 2010! As the Team states 
on its Web site, ``When it comes to adapting, we have many ways to make 
the task of participation a reality. There is nothing more rewarding 
than to see someone take part in an activity that they thought was out 
of their ability.''
  I echo these words and I urge Wheelin' Team 457 to continue to roll 
on!

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