Recognizing Georgia Football

Floor Speech

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Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the football teams of two incredible institutions in our State: Georgia Tech and the University of Georgia.

Last week, these two university football teams played one of the most exciting games many of us have ever witnessed. This incredible game was neck and neck and went into eight overtimes, which is the second most overtimes in a college football game ever, only eclipsed by the 2021 Illinois-Penn State game, which had nine overtimes.

More importantly, the respect that the players--these gridiron warriors--staff, coaches, and fans showed each other after such a heated exchange was truly admirable.

Our in-State rivalry remains the gold standard of rivalries in college football. After the last whistle blew, both teams showed the deserved respect to each other. Seeing Coach Kirby Smart and Brent Key embrace each other after the game reminds us all of what sportsmanship truly looks like.

This was truly the game of the year, a game of clean, old-fashioned hate that ended with the utmost respect. I congratulate Georgia on their win and to Georgia Tech for their incredible resolve.

We are so proud of both of these teams.

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