[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 7 (Tuesday, January 14, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E25-E26]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING TEXAS-24 HOMETOWN HERO CHIAKA OGBOGU

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                          HON. BETH VAN DUYNE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 14, 2025

  Ms. VAN DUYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor our Texas-24 Hometown 
Hero, Chiaka

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Ogbogu, a star athlete from Coppell. As one of only twelve players 
nationwide named by USA Volleyball to compete on the U.S. Women's 
National Team in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, Chiaka has shined on 
the world stage.
  Her stardom is nothing short of remarkable, making her Olympic debut 
at the Tokyo Summer Games in 2021 where she played a key role in 
securing the team's historic gold medal. Chiaka's experience competing 
worldwide, including in Italy, Poland, and Turkey, has established her 
as a leader on the team.
  Before embarking on her professional volleyball career, Chiaka was a 
student athlete at Coppell High School and at the University of Texas 
at Austin. While in college, she graduated with the most blocks in 
school history. Despite her success, Chiaka has a humble attitude.
  I thank Chiaka for continuing to set a great example for North Texans 
of all ages as she makes our entire country proud.

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