Recognizing Coach Jack Clark

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Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Coach Jack Clark, the architect of one of the greatest college sports programs in the history of the United States and his induction into the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame.

A remarkable athlete from a young age, Jack played varsity football and rugby at the University of California before shifting his focus solely to rugby and playing for the U.S. national rugby team, where he was selected the first American to be amongst the best rugby players in the world.

Since 1984, Jack has served as the varsity rugby coach at Cal, leading the team to an astounding 31 national championships. He also coached the U.S. national rugby team to the 2003 World Cup. Jack's mentorship has touched the lives of countless young athletes in California and, indeed, from across the country.

Please join me in recognizing this remarkable leader and coach, Jack Clark, for his induction into the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame and for his legendary career as Cal's head rugby coach. Go Bears.

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