RECOGNIZING DARRYN PETERSON

On 2026-06-24, Representative Emilia Strong Sykes (D-OH-13) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING DARRYN PETERSON" in the House.

RECOGNIZING DARRYN PETERSON

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 106 (Wednesday, June 24, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 106 (Wednesday, June 24, 2026)] [House] [Page H4229] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING DARRYN PETERSON (Mrs. SYKES asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize Darryn Peterson as Ohio's 13th Congressional District's Champion of the Week. This Tuesday, Darryn made his family and our entire district proud when he was selected by the Utah Jazz as the second overall pick in the NBA Draft. This is an extraordinary accomplishment that reflects years of discipline, dedication, and excellence on and off the court. Born in Canton, Darryn began his high school career at the Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy in Cuyahoga Falls. He eventually rose to become the number one ranked player in the entire country. He went on to play at the University of Kansas where he averaged more than 20 points per game in his lone season. As we know, Akron is the birthplace of champions because we have the distinction of being the birthplace of both Steph Curry and LeBron James, who was the first overall pick in the 2003 NBA Draft. Darryn has also helped make our district the birthplace of champions. Darryn now begins his own journey at the highest level. While the path ahead is challenging, he carries the pride of our entire community. We are incredibly proud of Darryn, and we look forward to watching what he accomplishes in the NBA. ____________________