[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H3674]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            CONGRATULATING WILLCOX HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL TEAM

  (Mr. Ciscomani of Arizona was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Willcox 
High School softball team on winning the 2026 2A State championship 
title.
  The number five Willcox Cowgirls defeated the number two Mohave 
Accelerated in Bullhead City with a score of 5-3 to claim the 
championship and finish the season with an impressive 16-3 record.
  This victory marks the Cowgirls' first State softball title in 16 
years, an accomplishment certainly to be celebrated. This championship 
didn't come easy, though. On their way to the game, the team's bus 
broke down, but the Cowgirls didn't let this setback get in the way of 
the most important day of the season.
  Instead, they crammed into parents' cars to make it to the game, and 
they made it on time, prepared to play their absolute best.
  During the game, Willcox put one on the board in the fourth inning 
and maintained their lead, scoring 1 in the fifth, and then 3 in the 
seventh.
  Freshman pitcher Hattie Macumber earned the MVP of the 2A tournament 
after an impressive seven strikeouts and two runs.
  Congratulations to Coach Trevor Ward, the whole team, and everyone 
who made this win possible. Their hard work has made their school and 
their community very proud.
  To the Cowgirls, may they enjoy their victory. They have earned it.
  Here is to another successful season and many more to come.


                  Remembering Chris and Jacque Sheafe

  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember and honor a dear 
friend, Chris Sheafe. He and his beloved wife, Jacque, tragically and 
unexpectedly passed earlier this month.
  My wife, Laura, and I are deeply saddened by this loss, a loss to us 
personally and a loss to our entire community.
  Chris was a special person, a wise and thoughtful man, who generously 
shared his time with people and the causes that he believed in, as 
well. Chris devoted decades of his life to making the American Dream a 
reality as a successful homebuilder.
  The safety, shelter, and financial security that comes from owning 
your home, Chris helped make that possible for so many people 
throughout his life. He was also a driving force in shaping Tucson's 
hospitality industry as a partner in the company that constructed one 
of the signature resorts that our desert community is famous for: Loews 
Ventana Canyon Resort.
  His work with organizations like Rio Nuevo, the Southern Arizona 
Homebuilders Association, and the Tucson International Airport 
Authority was a true expression of how intentionally he cared about the 
Tucson community which he called home for the past 50 years.
  Chris devoted his career to work and shaping southern Arizona, 
improving our community for those who live there today and for our next 
generation as well. He was a man of integrity, a man true to his word, 
and a man who you wanted close to you all the time.
  Chris and Jacque's love for the Lord was truly evident. They both 
always took time to greet each one of my kids and make them feel 
special. I have six kids, Mr. Speaker, so that took time every single 
Sunday when we saw them at church.

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  They brought joy into every room they entered, and together they led 
a life marked by service and by passion.
  Laura and I are keeping the Sheafe family in our thoughts and prayers 
as we all grieve this heartbreaking loss.
  We are grateful for all he gave to our community. He will be deeply 
missed, and his legacy will live on in the lives that he touched.
  Mr. Speaker, may my dear friend rest in peace.

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