[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 132 (Tuesday, August 20, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E837]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     LORNA KEARNEY NAMED OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK

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                        HON. EMILIA STRONG SYKES

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 20, 2024

  Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today, I recognize Lorna Kearney of Akron as 
Ohio 13's Champion of the Week.
  Lorna recently made history at 66 years old when she became the 
oldest player to play in the American Women's Football League for her 
team, the Detroit Prowl.
  Lorna has always had a love for sports, and her passion for football 
led to her interest in joining the American Women's Football League.
  Unfortunately, the year she was supposed to start playing, she was 
diagnosed with breast cancer.
  However, Lorna fought hard and won her battle with cancer, and this 
year, she played her first game.
  Lorna's dedication is an inspiration, not just to her family and 
teammates, but to everyone in our community.
  Lorna's dedication to tackle adversity on and off the field is a 
shining example of the spirit that makes Ohio's 13th Congressional 
District the Birthplace of Champions.
  I congratulate Lorna Kearney, for making history and demonstrating 
it's never too late to do the things you love.

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