May 26, 2010

Washington, D.C. – Nevada Senator Harry Reid made the following remarks after learning that Herculez Gomez, a soccer player from Las Vegas, was selected to play for the U.S. Men’s National Team during the upcoming 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Gomez, who currently plays for Pachuca in Mexico, made the final cut after recently being selected for the 30-man provisional World Cup roster:

“I was very pleased to learn that Herculez Gomez, a fellow Nevadan, has been selected to represent our country in the World Cup, one of the most widely viewed global sporting events of modern time.

“Herculez, who started his soccer career at Las Vegas High School, exemplifies what can be accomplished with hard work, dedication, and passion. Just as quickly as he has become a rising star on the soccer field, I am certain he will continue to shine and inspire other Nevadans to achieve goals of their own.

“Not only am I glad that our state will be well-represented, but as a soccer family the Reids will be closely following Herculez and our national team. We, along with the rest of the U.S. soccer fans, will be cheering on Herculez as he, coach Bob Bradley, and the rest of the U.S. team face off with England on June 12 in search of our first World Cup.”

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