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HONORING GEORGE ROGERS CLARK HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL

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On 2026-04-14, Representative Andy Barr (R-KY-6) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING GEORGE ROGERS CLARK HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL" in the House. The speech addressed taxes and also covered labor policy.

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HONORING GEORGE ROGERS CLARK HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E319] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING GEORGE ROGERS CLARK HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL ______ HON. ANDY BARR of kentucky in the house of representatives Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Mr. BARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the girls' and boys' basketball teams at George Rogers Clark High School in Winchester, Kentucky. Kentuckians are well known for their passion for basketball. High school basketball is certainly no exception. The boys' state tournament began in 1918. The girls' tournament began in 1920. For many years, the tournaments, both known as the Sweet Sixteen, have brought great basketball to fans across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. This year's tournament proved to be filled with excitement. On March 14, 2026, the George Rogers Clark High School girls' team won the Sweet Sixteen in Lexington's Rupp Arena. In an exciting game, they defeated Assumption 48-43 to win the tournament for the first time in school history. On March 21, 2026, the George Rogers Clark boys' team also won from behind in an overtime victory (58-50) over St. Xavier at Rupp Arena. This accomplishment is historic, as the last time the boys' and girls' champions were both from the same school was in 1928, almost 100 years ago. I congratulate girls' Coach Robbie Graham, boys' Coach Josh Cook, all staff members, and especially the incredible student athletes. Their accomplishments are the result of determination, perseverance, athletic ability, and many hours of practice. The Sweet Sixteen victories brought pride to the entire student body of George Rogers Clark High School and the people of Clark County. For their accomplishments in winning both the boys' and girls' Sweet Sixteen tournaments, I congratulate all the students and coaches. It is my honor to lift up their accomplishments before the House of Representatives. ____________________

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HONORING GEORGE ROGERS CLARK HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 65 (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E319] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING GEORGE ROGERS CLARK HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL ______ HON. ANDY BARR of kentucky in the house of representatives Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Mr. BARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the girls' and boys' basketball teams at George Rogers Clark High School in Winchester, Kentucky. Kentuckians are well known for their passion for basketball. High school basketball is certainly no exception. The boys' state tournament began in 1918. The girls' tournament began in 1920. For many years, the tournaments, both known as the Sweet Sixteen, have brought great basketball to fans across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. This year's tournament proved to be filled with excitement. On March 14, 2026, the George Rogers Clark High School girls' team won the Sweet Sixteen in Lexington's Rupp Arena. In an exciting game, they defeated Assumption 48-43 to win the tournament for the first time in school history. On March 21, 2026, the George Rogers Clark boys' team also won from behind in an overtime victory (58-50) over St. Xavier at Rupp Arena. This accomplishment is historic, as the last time the boys' and girls' champions were both from the same school was in 1928, almost 100 years ago. I congratulate girls' Coach Robbie Graham, boys' Coach Josh Cook, all staff members, and especially the incredible student athletes. Their accomplishments are the result of determination, perseverance, athletic ability, and many hours of practice. The Sweet Sixteen victories brought pride to the entire student body of George Rogers Clark High School and the people of Clark County. For their accomplishments in winning both the boys' and girls' Sweet Sixteen tournaments, I congratulate all the students and coaches. It is my honor to lift up their accomplishments before the House of Representatives. ____________________