[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 7682]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING ST. PATRICK'S DAY AND THE INDY SPORTS FOUNDATION

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 17, 2009

  Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Madam Speaker, today I rise in recognition of 
Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. As we celebrate St. 
Patrick's Day, I would like to honor the Indy Sports Foundation for 
their continued dedication in civic engagement and preservation of the 
rich Irish heritage in Indianapolis, Indiana.
  The Indy Sports Foundation has done an excellent job of hosting the 
Annual Indianapolis St. Patrick's Day Parade and Celebration along with 
the Annual Shamrock Run/Walk. With nearly 2,000 participants and over 
20,000 spectators, the Indy Sports Foundation celebrates the vibrant 
Irish culture and Irish contributions to American society.
  For the past 25 years, the Indy Sports Foundation has played an 
invaluable role in our community to promote athletics and youth 
engagement They have sponsored events such as the Special Olympic 
Camps, summer programs for disabled children, and provided mentorship 
for children from disadvantaged backgrounds.
  Each year, the Indy Sports Foundation recognizes an outstanding 
individual who's dynamic and selfless contributions have impacted the 
public good. I would like to congratulate Pat Cronin, the first female 
to be named ``Indianapolis Irish Citizen of the Year.'' I thank her for 
her service to the Irish community and her ceaseless efforts to advance 
the philanthropic mission of the Indy Sports Foundation.
  I urge my colleagues to join me this St Patrick's Day in recognizing 
the Indy Sports Foundation for their ongoing involvement in the Greater 
Indianapolis community.

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