Jun 26, 2006 10:27 pm US/Eastern
Ros-Lehtinen Honors Heat On House Floor
WASHINGTON DC (CBS4 News) ―
Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen passed a resolution on the House of Representative's floor Monday, honoring the Miami Heat. Here is a transcript of what she said:
Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate South Florida's own Miami Heat for winning the 2006 NBA Championships.
This momentous occasion marks the first NBA Championship title for the Heat, a team with one of the most outstanding basketball programs in the nation.
Despite some hardships in the beginning of the 2005-2006 season, the Miami Heat remained persistent throughout the playoffs and Finals.
I would also like to recognize Heat fans, as they are also an integral part of this championship.
Their relentless support energized Heat players to compete each and every season.
The "White Hot" Heat Fans also helped to sell out the American Airlines Arena and cheered their home town team on to victory.
An estimated 200,000 Heat fans came together last Friday during a parade down Biscayne Boulevard to celebrate the team's first championship in 18 years as a franchise.
The Miami Heat players are not only inspirations on the court, but also role models to the youth of South Florida.
Through its many charitable organizations such as, the Miami HEAT Family Outreach Charitable Fund, Heat Scholarships, and the Miami Heat Read to Achieve program, the Heat franchise has contributed to the well being of our fellow citizens.
The Heat coaching and support staff, led by head Coach Pat Riley, and Owner, Micky Arison, have shown a positive commitment to the Heat franchise by successfully acquiring, assembling, and maintaining a team of high-quality, winning players.
Lastly, I would like to applaud the achievements of the Miami Heat players, whose hard work and dedication proved instrumental throughout their NBA Championship.
The outstanding support given by the City of Miami, Miami-Dade County, and the State of Florida was crucial in forging one of the best teams we have ever seen.
Congratulations to our "15 strong" Miami Heat team for bringing the first NBA title to the City of Miami and to everyone who has participated in this magnificent season.
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