[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 147 (Wednesday, September 28, 2016)]
[House]
[Page H6015]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    CONGRATULATING U.S. OLYMPIC TEAM

  (Mr. YODER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. YODER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
the United States Olympic Team, some of whom are visiting Capitol Hill 
today.
  This year's team won 121 medals overall to lead the world for the 
sixth straight games and win the most medals in U.S. history. They won 
46 gold, 37 silver, and 38 bronze. Notably, 61 of the medals were 
brought home by American women.
  Overall, 210 American athletes contributed to the medal count, 
including 32 multiple medalists and 13 who won multiple Gold Medals. Of 
the 27 sports in which U.S. athletes competed, the U.S. brought home 
hardware in 20, including Overland Park's own Jack Sock taking home the 
gold in mixed doubles in tennis with his partner, Bethanie Mattek-
Sands.
  Mr. Speaker, this is the most decorated team in U.S. history. I want 
to congratulate all of the athletes for their amazing performances on 
behalf of our Nation and thank them for making all of us proud here at 
home in the United States of America.

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