Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer my praise to one of Tennessee's true living legends. Born in Clarksville, Tennessee, in Tennessee's Seventh Congressional District, Coach Pat Head Summitt paved the way for women athletes at Cheatham County High School and then at the University of Tennessee- Martin. She was an exemplary student athlete, and today the gym at UT- Martin is named in her honor. She took the reins at the University of Tennessee in 1974, and she has led the Lady Vols to an unprecedented 31 consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances. In her time as a coach, she has coached 12 Olympians, 20 Kodak All-Americans, and 77 All-SEC performers. After 1,098 career wins over 38 seasons, Pat Head Summitt is the all-time winningest coach in NCAA basketball history. Pushing excellence both on and off the court, Coach Summitt prepared her players to be successful women when they hang up their jerseys. We will remember her legacy at UT for two things: winning games and, most importantly, graduating players. Every Lady Volunteer--every Lady Volunteer--who finished their eligibility at the University of Tennessee graduated from college. That is a statistic to cheer about. Coach Summitt has dedicated her career and her magnificent journey to the great game of women's basketball and to the student athletes she has championed. This week, we have welcomed Coach Summitt and her son, Tyler. They've been here in D.C.…”