[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 62 (Thursday, April 11, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H2303]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING USC WOMEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM

  (Mr. CLYBURN asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate the University of 
South Carolina women's basketball team on winning the 2024 NCAA 
championship. In a tremendous demonstration of skill, teamwork, and 
depth, the Gamecocks clinched their third national title on April 7, 
2024. It was the cherry on top of an undefeated season.
  Coach Dawn Staley, whom I am proud to call a friend, deserves 
enormous praise. Despite losing all of last year's starters, Coach 
Staley built a remarkable and talented team of young recruits and 
transformed them into a cohesive unit.
  Their dominance wasn't just about individual talent. A 37-point 
contribution from the bench in the championship game speaks volumes 
about their teamwork. Undoubtedly, this victory is a celebration of 
collective strength, sacrifice, and skillful leadership.
  As the confetti settles and the celebrations continue, one thing is 
certain: The future of South Carolina women's basketball is bright, and 
we will all gather on Sunday to celebrate more.
  Go Gamecocks.

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