[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 110 (Monday, July 26, 2010)]
[Senate]
[Page S6244]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               NATIONAL HORSESHOE PITCHING CHAMPIONSHIPS

 Mrs. LINCOLN. Madam President, today I am proud to recognize 
10 Arkansans who are currently competing in the National Horseshoe 
Pitchers Association 2010 Pitching Championships in Cedar Rapids, IA. 
The 2-week event is held each summer and features eight divisions in 
which pitchers compete for $170,000 in prizes and scholarships.
  Arkansas has a strong horseshoe pitching tradition, with tournaments 
held throughout the State from March to November. These tournaments 
bring together Arkansans of all ages to enjoy wholesome recreation and 
learn new techniques to improve their skills to be more successful in 
horseshoe pitching. It is one of the few sports that has a national 
champion for men, women, boys and girls and can still be played in 
one's backyard by young and old alike.
  I commend the entire Arkansas Horseshoe Pitchers Association for 
promoting the sport and art of horseshoe pitching. I also applaud our 
Arkansas representatives in this year's national championship for their 
spirit of competition and their commitment to their sport.
  I join all Arkansans in wishing them the best of luck as they 
represent our State.

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