HONORING UDONIS HASLEM

On 2026-10-05, Representative Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL-24) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING UDONIS HASLEM" in the House.

HONORING UDONIS HASLEM

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 157 (Monday, October 5, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 157 (Monday, October 5, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1017] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING UDONIS HASLEM ______ HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON of florida in the house of representatives Monday, October 5, 2026 Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor Miami Heat Power Forward Udonis Haslem, who now holds the history making title of all-time leading rebounder for the Miami Heat franchise, a member of the National Basketball Association. As of Wednesday, November 21, 2012, Halsem had a career high of 4,814 rebounds. Udonis Haslem was signed with the Miami Heat as an undrafted free agent in 2003 after playing professional basketball in France for a year. In 2006, Mr. Haslem played a pivotal role in the Miami Heat winning the NBA Championship and again in 2012. Haslem played college basketball for the University of Florida ``Gators,'' from 1998 to 2002. The Gators received NCAA Tournament invitations all four years he was with the team--the first time in the program's history. Haslem ranks third in school history in points scored (1,782) and tenth in rebounds (831). He was inducted into the University of Florida Athletic Hall of Fame as a ``Gator Great'' in 2012. Haslem vas born in Miami, Florida. He attended Wolfson High School in Jacksonville, Florida, then Miami Senior High School. He helped lead Miami High to state titles in 1997 and 1998. Haslem, who is also recognized for his charity work within the community, founded The Udonis Haslem Children's Foundation in 2005, which promotes youth development and self-confidence. He is also a mentor with the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project founded, by Congresswoman Wilson, to provide mentorship and scholarships to at-risk boys. Please join me in honoring the Miami Heat Power Forward Udonis Haslem for his commitment and dedication to his community, the Miami Heat franchise and its fans. ____________________