[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 146 (Thursday, September 19, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E932]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 BLUECOATS DRUM AND BUGLE CORPS NAMED OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF 
                                THE WEEK

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                        HON. EMILIA STRONG SYKES

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 19, 2024

  Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise today to recognize The 
Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps as Ohio's 13th Congressional District 
Champion of the Week.
  On August 7th, on the field of Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, the 
Bluecoats nearly achieved a perfect routine, scoring a 98.75 out of 100 
to win the second world championship in their corps' history. This 
current win comes on the heels of them holding second place in the 
championships in 2022 and 2023.
  The Drum Corps International World Championships was the grand finale 
for the Bluecoats' busy summer. The championship was the last show 
after a string of 17 competitive shows and 21 performances on its 
8,000-mile national tour.
  The Bluecoats are a perfect example of why Ohio's 13th Congressional 
District is known as the ``Birthplace of Champions.''
  Once again, I'd like to congratulate the Bluecoats Drum and Bugle 
Corps for bringing this World Championship home. We are so proud of 
your hard work and incredible talent.