[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 86 (Monday, June 1, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E805]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                THE PHOENIX MERCURY, 2014 WNBA CHAMPIONS

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                          HON. KYRSTEN SINEMA

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, June 1, 2015

  Ms. SINEMA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Phoenix 
Mercury, our 2014 WNBA Champions, who on Friday June 5, 2015 begin 
their nineteenth season. During the opening game, the team will receive 
their third championship ring in seven years and the 2014 Championship 
Banner will be unveiled before thousands of fans. The enthusiastic 
crowds that have supported the players for almost two decades will be 
there to cheer them on as they play the San Antonio Stars. As the team 
begins their new season, I proudly recognize the exceptional team 
members, captains and managers who have built the most successful 
professional women's basketball team in the world--our Phoenix Mercury.
  In addition to their talent on the court, Phoenix Mercury team 
members are an integral part of the Valley of the Sun. The team 
dedicates a great deal of their free time engaging children, 
neighborhoods and schools, serving as mentors and role models to the 
young people who look up to them.
  Our Phoenix Mercury has the strongest fan base and attendance in the 
WNBA and the team credits their success as a team to this ``X-
Factor''--the power of their fans. Congratulations to the Phoenix 
Mercury as they begin their nineteenth season and thank you for 
demonstrating to young girls, boys and the world, the heart and 
strength of women athletes.

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