[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 153 (Thursday, September 22, 2022)]
[House]
[Page H8105]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               CONGRATULATING THE HONOLULU LITTLE LEAGUE

  (Mr. KAHELE asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. KAHELE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Honolulu 
Little League on winning the 2022 Little League World Series.
  This is Hawaii's fourth Little League World Series, and it is a true 
privilege to represent the team, their coaches, families, and fans.
  The Honolulu Little League played their first season in 1954 and is 
one of the oldest Little League teams in the State. This particular 
team's character and sportsmanship will be remembered long after their 
victory this year. Their enthusiasm and love for baseball is 
contagious, and all of Hawaii couldn't stop watching as they hit home 
runs, struck out batters, and invoked the mercy rule over their 
opponents.
  I extend special commendations to Coach Gerald Oda, the team's 
manager and coach. I also congratulate the families of the players who 
have undoubtedly made their own sacrifices to provide this team with 
the opportunity to succeed.
  This team represents Hawaii's values of unity, teamwork, and 
resilience. These Little Leaguers have become role models to our larger 
community, and I am sure the next generation of Little League World 
Champions in Hawaii watched this team and will be inspired by them. I 
know I speak for all of Hawaii, Mr. Speaker, when I say how so very 
proud we are.

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