Congratulating Jayla Atkinson

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Mrs. SYKES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jayla Atkinson, a junior from Stow-Munroe Falls City High School as the champion of the week for Ohio's 13th Congressional District.

Jayla recently won the Division I State title in the 800-meter race with a winning time of 2 minutes 10.74 seconds.

Jayla's win highlights the importance of perseverance and the will to win because last year, Jayla finished second in the 800-meter State meet, but she did not quit.

After a year of training, hard work, and dedication, Jayla came back stronger than ever, bringing the Division I State title back to Ohio's 13th District.

Jayla is truly an exceptional athlete, and her achievements made her family, teammates, coaches, and community proud.

Madam Speaker, once again, I congratulate Jayla Atkinson on her Division I State title and wish her the best of luck in her future competitions. I thank her for making the birthplace of champions proud.

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