[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 193 (Wednesday, December 4, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1531]
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 HONORING THE ONE HUNDRETH SEASON OF ST. BONAVENTURE UNIVERSITY MEN'S 
                               BASKETBALL

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                             HON. TOM REED

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 4, 2019

  Mr. REED. Madam Speaker, today I rise to recognize the one hundredth 
season of St. Bonaventure University Men's Basketball.
  St. Bonaventure University's basketball program is celebrating their 
one hundredth season this year, marking the beginning of this legendary 
legacy that started so long ago. The first game took place on December 
11, 1919 in Butler Gym.
  The once simple team rose to national prominence in the 1950s and 
1960s, thanks to All-Americans Tom Stith, Sam Stith and Fred Crawford.
  The centennial celebration also marks the fiftieth anniversary of the 
1969-70 Final Four Squad. This legendary team finished with a 25-3 
record which they are still remembered for today. In 1970, Bob ``Big 
Cat'' Lanier led St. Bonaventure to the Final Four of the NCAA 
Tournament. Lanier scored 2,067 points during his basketball career. 
The entire 1970s team will be recognized on December 7 for their 
accomplishments.
  The Bonnies, throughout their tenure, have brought joy to many fans, 
gave many students a variety of opportunities on the team and have 
brought the community together over the fascinating game of basketball. 
This anniversary is one to be remembered--a great milestone in the 
history of both the team and the university.
  Given the above, I ask that this Legislative Body pause in its 
deliberations and join me to recognize St. Bonaventure University on 
their one hundredth season of basketball. Go Bonnies.

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