[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 50 (Thursday, March 19, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H2608]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        CHAMPION OF THE WEEK: ARCHBISHOP HOBAN GIRLS' BASKETBALL

  (Mrs. SYKES asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the Archbishop 
Hoban girls' basketball team as Ohio's 13th Congressional District 
Champions of the Week.
  For the first time since 1988, the Hoban Knights girls' basketball 
team are the Ohio State champions. Last week, they captured the 
Division II State title with an impressive victory over the previously 
undefeated Cougars.
  After an early deficit, the Knights surged ahead with a dominant 
first-quarter run. Senior Niera Stevens led the way with 25 points, 
earning game MVP honors, while MaKenzie Grant recorded a double-double 
with 17 points and 11 rebounds.
  Despite being undersized, the Lady Knights outworked their opponent, 
securing a 72-64 win over the Cougars. Their grit, teamwork, and 
determination fueled this championship performance.
  Mr. Speaker, I often call our community the birthplace of champions 
because of basketball greats like LeBron James and Steph Curry, who 
were born there. However, the Hoban girls' basketball team has 
certainly proven that this legacy stands, and they have immensely 
contributed toward it. This team has made Akron and Ohio's 13th 
Congressional District proud.
  Again, I want to extend my sincere congratulations to these 
outstanding student athletes and commend them on being named Champions 
of the Week. We are so proud of these ladies, and they have all of 
Congress and Ohio's 13th Congressional District cheering them on, as 
well.

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