[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 142 (Thursday, September 12, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E891]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        CELEBRATING CARROLL DALE

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                        HON. H. MORGAN GRIFFITH

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 12, 2024

  Mr. GRIFFITH. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of Super Bowl Champion 
Carroll Dale. Mr. Dale dedicated his career to the sport of football, 
playing in the National Football League as a wide receiver for several 
seasons.
  Born in Wise, Virginia on April 24, 1938, Mr. Dale attended Wise's 
very own J.J. Kelly High School.
  As an athlete for Virginia Tech Football, Mr. Dale excelled at his 
preparation and game routine. He played 39 games between 1956 through 
1959 for Virginia Tech, amassing 15 touchdowns and over 1,000 yards 
receiving, which was unusual in the 1950's. These statistics caught the 
eyes of NFL scouts. The university also retired his No. 84, being the 
first Virginia Tech athlete to receive such an honor.
  Following his collegiate career, Mr. Dale entered the 1960 NFL Draft. 
In the 8th round, the Los Angeles Rams selected Mr. Dale with the 86th 
overall pick. In his NFL debut, Mr. Dale scored on a 57-yard touchdown 
pass.
  After 5 NFL seasons with the Rams, Vince Lombardi came calling. Mr. 
Dale was traded to the Green Bay Packers in 1965, where he became a 
receiver for one of the best pro football teams.
  In his first season with the Packers, Mr. Dale provided a versatility 
to the team's passing attack. The Packers played the Cleveland Browns 
and Hall of Fame running back Jim Brown in the 1965 NFL Championship. 
Mr. Dale scored the first points of the game on a 47-yard touchdown 
pass from quarterback Bart Starr in the first quarter, helping the 
Packers win the championship match 23-12. Mr. Dale was a world 
champion.
  In 1966, the Packers returned to the NFL Championship game. Mr. Dale 
scored on a 51-yard passing touchdown. Lead by Hall of Famers such as 
his coach Vince Lombardi and quarterback Bart Starr, the Packers then 
advanced to Super Bowl I.
  In Super Bowl I, Mr. Dale caught four passes for 59 yards. He also 
scored on a 64 yard touchdown pass in the 2nd quarter, but a motion 
penalty was called on Green Bay and negated the touchdown play. Despite 
the penalty call, the Packers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs and won 
the first ever Super Bowl.
  The following season, the Packers played the Oakland Raiders in Super 
Bowl II. Mr. Dale caught four passes for 43 yards in the Packers 
victory and won a second Super Bowl ring.
  Still catching throws from Bart Starr, Mr. Dale was selected to his 
first Pro Bowl appearance because of his 1968 season. This was the 
first of three consecutive Pro Bowl selections in as many seasons.
  For the 1973 season, his last in the NFL, Mr. Dale played for the 
Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings advanced to the Super Bowl but lost to 
the AFC champion Miami Dolphins.
  Overall, in 14 NFL seasons Mr. Dale put together 52 receiving 
touchdowns and 438 receptions for 8,277 receiving yards.
  His No. 84 is one of only ten numbers retired by the Hokies football 
program. Since his retirement, he has served the UVA-Wise athletic 
program to play a role in its growth and development.
  As impressive as his accolades are, Mr. Dale maintained devout 
spiritual beliefs throughout his life. When he signed with the Packers, 
he signed a 10 percent tithing provision so the money could go to Hunt 
United Methodist Church in Bristol. His appreciation for the Lord was 
always evident.
  I wish Mr. Dale well and thank him for being a role model for kids 
and athletes that grow up in Southwest Virginia.

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