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RECOGNIZING THE BOYS HIGH SCHOOL TRACK CHAMPIONS AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK

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On 2026-07-14, Representative Emilia Strong Sykes (D-OH-13) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING THE BOYS HIGH SCHOOL TRACK CHAMPIONS AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK" in the House.

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RECOGNIZING THE BOYS HIGH SCHOOL TRACK CHAMPIONS AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E690] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE BOYS HIGH SCHOOL TRACK CHAMPIONS AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK ______ HON. EMILIA STRONG SYKES of ohio in the house of representatives Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize six extraordinary high school athletes as Ohio's 13th Congressional District's Champions of the Week. Last month, these young men demonstrated excellence, determination, and perseverance on Ohio's biggest high school track and field stage. The Jackson High School boys 4x100-meter relay team, made up of Micah Regimbal, Preston Young, Jackson Baker, and Corey Jacobs, earned the title of state champion in the event and became their school's first boys track and field state champions. Woodridge High School senior Ben LeBay earned an individual state title in the 1,600-meter run with a personal record of 4:13.5. Finally, Tallmadge High School senior Anthony Bontempo jumped to the top of the podium in the Division II high jump competition. These young men have represented their schools, families, and communities with distinction. Their achievements remind us why Ohio's 13th Congressional District continues to be the ``Birthplace of Champions.'' I congratulate Micah, Preston, Jackson, Corey, Ben, and Anthony on their outstanding accomplishments and proudly recognize them as the Champions of the Week for Ohio's 13th Congressional District. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING THE BOYS HIGH SCHOOL TRACK CHAMPIONS AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E690] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE BOYS HIGH SCHOOL TRACK CHAMPIONS AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK ______ HON. EMILIA STRONG SYKES of ohio in the house of representatives Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize six extraordinary high school athletes as Ohio's 13th Congressional District's Champions of the Week. Last month, these young men demonstrated excellence, determination, and perseverance on Ohio's biggest high school track and field stage. The Jackson High School boys 4x100-meter relay team, made up of Micah Regimbal, Preston Young, Jackson Baker, and Corey Jacobs, earned the title of state champion in the event and became their school's first boys track and field state champions. Woodridge High School senior Ben LeBay earned an individual state title in the 1,600-meter run with a personal record of 4:13.5. Finally, Tallmadge High School senior Anthony Bontempo jumped to the top of the podium in the Division II high jump competition. These young men have represented their schools, families, and communities with distinction. Their achievements remind us why Ohio's 13th Congressional District continues to be the ``Birthplace of Champions.'' I congratulate Micah, Preston, Jackson, Corey, Ben, and Anthony on their outstanding accomplishments and proudly recognize them as the Champions of the Week for Ohio's 13th Congressional District. ____________________