H. RES. 816
In the House of Representatives, U. S.,
December 17, 2007
RESOLUTION
Whereas on October 15, 2007, the Colorado Rockies completed a remarkable 21 out of 22 game-winning streak, with a 4-game sweep of the Arizona Diamondbacks, and won the 2007 National League Championship series;
Whereas the Colorado Rockies then played in the franchise’s first World Series against the Boston Red Sox;
Whereas the Colorado Rockies demonstrated remarkable team unity, as well as individual initiative and personal determination, and serve as a prime example of good sportsmanship;
Whereas the Colorado Rockies fans demonstrated their passion for their team, their love of baseball, and their character as some of the world’s greatest baseball enthusiasts; and
Whereas the city of Denver and the State of Colorado exhibited their ability to host a fantastic Major League Baseball post-season: Now, therefore, be it
That the House of Representatives—
congratulates—
the Colorado Rockies on winning the 2007 National League Championship;
the players, manager, coaches, support staff, ownership, and executives whose commitment to the game made all this possible; and
the Boston Red Sox for their extraordinary success in winning the 2007 World Series; and
directs the Enrolling Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to—
the 2007 Colorado Rockies and Boston Red Sox baseball teams;
Colorado Rockies manager Clint Hurdle; and
Colorado Baseball Partnership’s chief executive officer and chairman Charlie Monfort.
Clerk.