Sam Gibbons: “I rise today to recognize Lori Harrigan, a Las Vegas native, who made history this weekend. Lori pitched the first-ever…”

“I rise today to recognize Lori Harrigan, a Las Vegas native, who made history this weekend. Lori pitched the first-ever solo no-hitter in Olympic history. Nicknamed ``Vegas,'' Lori Harrigan lead the United States team to victory over the Canadian team in the first softball game of the Olympics in Sydney, Australia. Harrigan was also a member of the U.S. Olympic softball team that won the gold medal in Atlanta in 1996. The United States is honored to have such talented and distinguished athletes representing our country in the Olympics. And while the U.S. team still has several more games to play before making it to the gold medal game later this month, I want to join with my fellow Nevadans in wishing Harrigan and her teammates the best of luck in extending their 111 gaming-winning streak in Sydney. And to every other U.S. Olympian in Sydney, America is very proud of you and your accomplishments. Best of luck in the coming weeks of Olympic competition.”