[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 4597]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




           HAMMOND SPORTS HALL OF FAME 2011 INDUCTION BANQUET

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 29, 2011

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with great sincerity and admiration 
that I offer congratulations to several of Hammond's most noteworthy 
athletes, as well as to others who have contributed to the legacy of 
Hammond's athletic programs. On Tuesday, March 8, 2011, the Hammond 
Sports Hall of Fame honored eight new inductees at its annual Induction 
Banquet, which was held at the Hammond Civic Center in Hammond, 
Indiana. The Hammond Sports Hall of Fame was established in 1987 to 
recognize and honor individuals for their significant contributions to 
Hammond's distinguished sports legacy. These eight individuals are an 
admirable group, composed of former athletes, coaches, and elected 
officials who have excelled in their athletic pursuits or supported 
Hammond sports and athletics in an extraordinary manner.
  At this year's induction ceremony, the Hammond Sports Hall of Fame 
recognized and honored the 2011 inductees. The individuals who have so 
deservingly earned this high honor are: Thomas McDermott, Sr., Marty 
Jakubowski, Frank Carroll, Tom Burns, Jeff Yelton, Carla Eskridge 
Rogers, David M. Wilhelm, and Bill Atkins.
  Hammond is very fortunate to have produced such a rich tradition of 
excellence among its athletes, coaches, and supporters. In unique ways, 
the Class of 2011 inductees have made extraordinary contributions and 
have added to Hammond's rich sports heritage.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my other distinguished colleagues 
join me in congratulating these outstanding individuals. Along with the 
current members of the Hammond Sports Hall of Fame, these new inductees 
have made a significant contribution to the continued excellence of 
Hammond athletics, and I am very proud to represent them in Washington, 
DC.

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