HONORING HOWARD UNIVERSITY MEN'S BASKETBALL PROGRAM AND THEIR HISTORIC 2025-2026 SEASON

On 2026-06-15, Representative Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY-5) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING HOWARD UNIVERSITY MEN'S BASKETBALL PROGRAM AND THEIR HISTORIC 2025-2026 SEASON" in the House.

HONORING HOWARD UNIVERSITY MEN'S BASKETBALL PROGRAM AND THEIR HISTORIC 2025-2026 SEASON

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 100 (Monday, June 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 100 (Monday, June 15, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E579] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING HOWARD UNIVERSITY MEN'S BASKETBALL PROGRAM AND THEIR HISTORIC 2025-2026 SEASON ______ HON. GREGORY W. MEEKS of new york in the house of representatives Monday, June 15, 2026 Mr. MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the remarkable achievements, leadership, and enduring impact of the Howard University (HU) Men's Basketball program. Led by Head Coach Kenneth Blakeney and his entire coaching staff, HU's historic 2025 to 2026 season brought immense pride to the University, the Washington, D.C. community, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities nationwide. During the 2025 to 2026 season, HU recorded the second-most regular season wins in program history and later won the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Championship (MEAC), securing another National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Tournament appearance and continuing the program's rise on the national stage. Most notably, the HU Bisons earned their first-ever NCAA Tournament victory, a milestone achievement that cemented this team's place in Howard University history and inspired countless students, alumni, and supporters across the Nation. The Howard University Men's Basketball program has shown that success is measured not only by historic victories and championships, but by the lives impacted along the way. Beyond their historic accomplishments on the hardwood this season, Coach Blakeney, his staff, and the student athletes have remained deeply committed to serving the Washington, D.C. community. Through mentorship initiatives, youth engagement, community outreach, and service efforts throughout the District, these young men have continuously demonstrated what it means to lead with purpose and represent their university with honor. As a proud Howard University Law alumnus, extending this honor will always hold a special meaning to me. I know firsthand the transformative impact that Howard University has on its students and the broader community. The legacy of this historic basketball program will shape lives, develop the next generation of leaders, and uplift communities for years to come. ____________________