Congratulate Chad Brown Win

Senate Resolution No. 2456 BY: Senator MARCHIONE CONGRATULATING Trainer Chad C. Brown upon the occasion of Cloud Computing winning the 142nd Preakness Stakes on May 20, 2017 WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to take note of and publicly acknowledge individuals who have distinguished themselves through their exemplary careers, accomplishments, and purposeful lives of service to their community and their profession; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Trainer Chad C. Brown upon the occasion of Cloud Computing winning the 142nd Preakness Stakes on Saturday, May 20, 2017, at Pimlico Park in Baltimore, Maryland; and WHEREAS, The 13-1 long shot Cloud Computing caught Classic Empire in the final strides of the wet and muddy track to win the historic race by a head; and WHEREAS, As a record crowd of 140,327 horse fans watched in breathless anticipation, Kentucky Derby winner Always Dreaming and Classic Empire dueled for most of the race before Classic Empire stuck his nose in front midway on the far turn; it looked as if Classic Empire would go on to win, however, Cloud Computing ran him down on the outside; and WHEREAS, Ridden by jockey, Javier Castellano, Cloud Computing ran 1

3/16 miles in a time of 1:55.98, making it the dark brown colt's second career victory; this monumental win also marked Chad C. Brown's first victory in a Triple Crown race; and WHEREAS, Chad C. Brown's well-planned strategy of racing his fresh horse paid off handsomely in the end, paying $28.80, $8.60 and $6; and WHEREAS, Born in Mechanicville, New York, on December 18, 1978, Chad C. Brown is an American thoroughbred horse racing trainer known for his expertise with both turf and dirt horses, fillies and mares; he became interested in horses at an early age during family visits to nearby Saratoga Race Course; and WHEREAS, While in high school, Chad C. Brown worked with Standardbreds at Saratoga Raceway; after graduation, he studied animal science at Cornell University; and WHEREAS, During his summers, Chad C. Brown worked for Hall of Fame trainer, Shug McGaughey; after college, he remained with Shug until he obtained an internship with veterinarian, Steve Allday; and WHEREAS, Throughout his distinguished career, Chad C. Brown has trained several Eclipse Award winners including: Stacelita, Big Blue Kitten and Flintshire; and WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Terrill, and their two daughters, Ava and Andi, all of whom have shown him love and support and rejoice in his many achievements; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate Trainer Chad C. Brown upon the occasion of Cloud Computing winning the 142nd Preakness Stakes on May 20, 2017, and to wish his much success in all his future endeavors; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Chad C. Brown.