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J1578Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Young Golfer's Win

Official title

“Congratulating Kennedy Swedick for capturing 1st Place in the 10-11 year-olds girls' division at the regional round of the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship”

Sponsor George AmedoreSD-46
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Kennedy Swedick for winning first place in the 10-11 year-old girls' division at a regional Drive, Chip and Putt golf competition.

Why it matters

  1. Spotlights youth athletic achievement. by honoring Kennedy Swedick’s success, reinforcing the value of hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship among young people in New York.

  2. Promotes positive role models. for other children in the state, showing that with perseverance and community support, local youth can excel and gain national recognition.

  3. Highlights the importance of community and family support. in nurturing young talent, acknowledging the roles of coaches, mentors, and family in Swedick’s journey.

  4. Encourages participation in sports and healthy activities. by publicly celebrating youth accomplishments, potentially inspiring increased involvement in athletics and related programs statewide.

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Honor Young Golfer's Win

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
George Amedore

Senator · Senate District 46

Chair, Alcoholism And Drug Abuse

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1578 BY: Senator AMEDORE CONGRATULATING Kennedy Swedick upon the occasion of capturing 1st Place in the 10-11 year-olds girls' division at the regional round of the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship WHEREAS, It is the sense of this… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1578 BY: Senator AMEDORE CONGRATULATING Kennedy Swedick upon the occasion of capturing 1st Place in the 10-11 year-olds girls' division at the regional round of the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to those young people within the State of New York who, by achieving outstanding success in athletic competition, have inspired and brought pride to their school and community; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Kennedy Swedick upon the occasion of capturing 1st Place in the 10-11 year-olds girls' division at the regional round of the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship on Sunday, September 25, 2016, at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts; and WHEREAS, With this monumental win, this talented 10-year-old girl from Voorheesville, New York, advanced to the national finals of the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia, on Sunday, April 2, 2017; and WHEREAS, Kennedy Swedick was one of 80 girls and boys from across the country who competed for the National Drive, Chip and Putt Championship; she created an everlasting memory on Sunday by winning the Chip component of the Championship, and placing 7th overall in her division; and WHEREAS, During this once in a lifetime opportunity, Kennedy Swedick holed her shot during the chipping competition, winning a trophy, already engraved, presented by 2016 Masters winner Danny Willett; and WHEREAS, After the competition, Kennedy Swedick watched some of her idols practice before the Masters competition which begins on Thursday,

April 6, 2017; she especially hopes to meet Jordan Spieth, Adam Hadwin, and Matt Kuchar; and WHEREAS, The fifth-grader had to get through three stages to qualify for the Championship; she placed second in the local qualifier on July

16, 2016, at Saratoga National Golf Club; won the sub-regional on August

17, 2016, at Turning Stone Resort; and won the championship on September

25, 2016, at The Country Club in Brookline, the site of the 1999 Ryder Cup; and WHEREAS, Kennedy Swedick's passion for golf began when she played on the junior tour as well as some United States kids' events; she has learned from the best, working with Mill… Show all

25, 2016, at The Country Club in Brookline, the site of the 1999 Ryder Cup; and WHEREAS, Kennedy Swedick's passion for golf began when she played on the junior tour as well as some United States kids' events; she has learned from the best, working with Mill Road Acres head pro, Peter Gerard, and Saratoga National Golf Club instructor, Anders Mattson; and WHEREAS, This amazing young lady's overall record is outstanding and she was loyally and enthusiastically supported by family, fans, friends and the community at large; and WHEREAS, Ten-year-old Kennedy Swedick's exemplary performance is reflective of her dedication, determination and personal commitment; her achievements stand as a hallmark of what is best in the families, schools and communities across New York State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Kennedy Swedick upon the occasion of capturing 1st Place in the 10-11 year-olds girls' division at the regional round of the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Kennedy Swedick.

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