[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 15845]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING STEVE LEWANDOWSKI ON THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF ANNOUNCING AT 
                        THE SAN DIEGO POLO CLUB

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                          HON. DARRELL E. ISSA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 15, 2010

  Mr. ISSA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the tenure of Mr. 
Steve Lewandowski, on the occasion of his 20th anniversary as announcer 
at the San Diego Polo Club. As a beloved media personality in San Diego 
County, I would like to congratulate Steve and celebrate his two 
decades of outstanding commentary for the Club.
  Known as the Voice of the San Diego Polo Club, Steve has provided 
invaluable entertainment acting as a play-by-play announcer, color 
commentator and ambassador for the game he learned to play at the club. 
With Steve's wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm for the game, you 
wouldn't know that he didn't have much background in polo when he 
arrived in San Diego in 1982 as a naval officer based in Coronado. But 
after his first match at the Club in 1991, he was instantly hooked.
  With a background in public speaking, Steve came in to announcing at 
the club by chance, as a last minute backup whose versatile talents 
instantly took everyone by storm. From there it was history as Steve 
proceeded to take over the distinguished post that has warmed hearts 
for the last 20 years.
  Novice fans count on him to provide the introductory polo basics, 
seasoned veterans want the inside scoop--Steve delivers it all in an 
eloquent balance. Known for his ability to convey tremendous excitement 
and enthusiasm, Steve has announced at the World Cup, done commentary 
as ``the voice of polo'' for ESPN, and has traveled all over the world, 
including Mexico, Ireland, and Australia.
  Furthermore, Steve has made countless contributions to our community 
as the Master of Ceremonies and auctioneer for hundreds of charity 
events. Steve holds a particular passion and longstanding commitment to 
supporting wounded warriors. Time and again, Steve has demonstrated his 
admirable dedication and unwavering support for wounded warriors and 
the organizations that serve them.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues please join me in recognizing 
Steve Lewandowski on the occasion of his 20th anniversary announcing at 
the San Diego Polo Club. Thank you.

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