[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 18629-18630]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE GARY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND THE 8TH ANNUAL LAKESHORE 
                     CLASSIC BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 19, 2015

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with heartfelt respect that I 
recognize the Gary Chamber of Commerce as the organization celebrates 
the 8th annual Lakeshore Classic basketball tournament. In honor of 
this outstanding event, the Gary Chamber of Commerce will host a 
celebratory luncheon in Gary, Indiana, at the Majestic Star Casino on 
Tuesday November 24, followed by a basketball tournament at West Side 
Leadership Academy on Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28, 
2015.
  The theme for this year's Lakeshore Classic is ``Salute to Youth 
Sports,'' bestowing honor on players and coaches who have dedicated 
their talents to youth sports in Northwest Indiana and made a notable 
impact on the region's sports programs. Along with the acknowledgment 
of these individuals, the Gary Chamber of Commerce has chosen an 
equally commendable speaker for their corporate luncheon. Mr. Lloyd 
McClendon has an extensive professional career in baseball. He is a 
former Major League Baseball player who played for the Chicago Cubs, 
New York Mets, Cincinnati Reds, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Cleveland 
Indians. Lloyd is also a former manager of the Seattle Mariners and the 
Pittsburgh Pirates. Originally from Gary, Indiana, Mr. McClendon played 
for the 1971 Gary team in the Little League World Series and earned the 
nickname ``Legendary Lloyd'' after he homered in five consecutive at 
bats. The 1971 team was the first all African-American team to make it 
to the final round of the Little League World Series. Lloyd went on to 
play baseball at Gary Roosevelt High School and Valparaiso University 
before his professional career. With his many contributions to sports 
in our region and across the nation, Mr. McClendon has proven to be an 
extraordinary example for youth involved in any sport, and he is worthy 
of the highest praise.
  At this time, I would like to recognize the schools participating in 
the Lakeshore Classic basketball tournament. These schools are 
dedicated to achieving academic excellence and sportsmanship, and they 
are passionate in their efforts. The participating teams include the 
Gary West Side Lady Cougars, John Marshall Lady Commandos, Gary 
Roosevelt Panthers, East Chicago Central Cardinals, Thea Bowman Eagles, 
Wendell Phillips Wildcats, Gary West Side Cougars, and the Charles A. 
Tindley Tigers. These teams are comprised of student-athletes who serve 
as exceptional role models for the youth in their communities.
  Mr. Speaker, at this time, I ask you and my other distinguished 
colleagues to join me in

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recognizing the Gary Chamber of Commerce, the organizers and sponsors 
of the 8th annual Lakeshore Classic, and the dedicated honorees. Their 
perseverance, leadership, and commitment to our youth and Northwest 
Indiana are to be commended.

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