[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 66 (Tuesday, April 24, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E516-E517]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     HONORING CUBA LITTLE LEAGUE BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP VOLUNTEERS

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                      HON. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM

                             of new mexico

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 24, 2018

  Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I rise today 
to honor the volunteers who organized this month's Little League 
Basketball Championship in Cuba, New Mexico. I am proud that I had the 
opportunity to attend this event and speak with many of the athletes, 
coaches, and parents.
  We have a fundamental obligation to ensure that our children grow up 
in safe, healthy environments that will set them up for long-term 
wellness. Organized community sports leagues are integral to this goal 
and foster healthy lifestyles, exercise, and a strong sense of 
community. These leagues not only provide children with a fun way to 
stay healthy, but also promote important character traits like 
teamwork, sportsmanship, determination, and work ethic that will help 
them throughout their lives.
  I am honored to specifically mention several volunteers who helped 
organize this wonderful event, including Directors Jared and Anita 
Maestas, Caroline Lovato, Kirby Borders, Joy Borders, Julian Sanchez, 
Marissa Aragon, Janell Toledo, Isaac Montoya, Jessica Romero, Kee 
Boshara, and Loretta Hidalgo.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the state of New Mexico, I want to thank 
the hard-working volunteers who helped organize the Little League 
Basketball Championship for Cuba's children and community.

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