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J2926Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Victor Lacrosse Champions

Official title

“Congratulating the Victor High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team and Coach Jim Andre upon the occasion of capturing the New York State Class B Championship”

Sponsor Rich FunkeSD-55
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates the Victor High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team and Coach Jim Andre for winning the New York State Class B Championship.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the significance of athletic achievement in shaping youth. The resolution underscores how team sports like lacrosse contribute to students’ moral and physical development, emphasizing the broader value of extracurricular activities in education.

  2. Recognizes sustained excellence and historical achievement. By noting the team's national ranking and their rare accomplishment of three consecutive state championships, the resolution places this victory within a larger context of state and national sports history, adding to community and school pride.

  3. Honors the collective effort of players, coaches, and support staff. The resolution explicitly lists not only the athletes but also the coaching staff and game day statistician, reflecting an appreciation for all roles that contribute to a team's success and fostering a sense of inclusivity and recognition.

  4. Serves as a model of teamwork and perseverance for the community. The public acknowledgment by the state legislature celebrates the values of dedication, teamwork, and determination, aiming to inspire other students and community members to pursue excellence in their endeavors.

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Honor Victor Lacrosse Champions

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Rich Funke

Senator · Senate District 55

Chair, Cultural Affairs, Tourism, Parks And Recreation

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. 2926 BY: Senator FUNKE CONGRATULATING the Victor High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team and Coach Jim Andre upon the occasion of capturing the New York State Class B Championship WHEREAS, Individual and team championships are highly… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2926 BY: Senator FUNKE CONGRATULATING the Victor High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team and Coach Jim Andre upon the occasion of capturing the New York State Class B Championship WHEREAS, Individual and team championships are highly sought after in high school sports; this Legislative Body commends rare athletic achievements and pays special recognition to those who pursue such excellence and become examples for the youth of this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Athletic competition helps to enhance both the moral and physical development of young athletes, preparing them for the future by instilling in them the importance of teamwork, encouraging a standard of healthy living, and developing a sense of fair play and competition; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate the Victor High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team and Coach Jim Andre upon the occasion of capturing the New York State Class B Championship; to the praise and applause of their excited fans, the Blue Devils are currently on an 18 game postseason winning streak; and WHEREAS, Ranked 20th in the nation by U.S. Lacrosse Magazine, the Victor High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team is just the third team in New York State history to win three straight state titles; and WHEREAS, Proudly donning the school's colors of blue and gold, family, friends, and the community at large loyally and enthusiastically supported the Blue Devils throughout their journey as they ended their season with an impressive 19-3 overall record; and WHEREAS, In a sport such as lacrosse, which demands athletic prowess, speed and agility, Head Coach Jim Andre and his expert coaching staff, Assistant Coaches Mark Foeder, Mike Ierlan and Tony Pezzimenti, worked hard to hone the skills of this championship team, teaching these outstanding athletes lessons which will prove invaluable both on and off the field; and WHEREAS, Coach Jim Andre and all of the outstanding athletes on the Victor High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team have clearly utilized dedication, determination and teamwork in providing a lasting contribution to the spirit of excellence which is a tradition of their school; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate the members of the Victor High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team: Mitch Cain, Michael Gilbert, Connor Keenan, Clark Andre, Matt Gardner, Joey Colyer, Tanner Hay, Sam Lambert, Andrew Russell, Kevin Caggiano, Joey Pogoda, Kyler Roth, Eric Hernandez, Griffin Randall, Cam Hotto, Alexander Mabbett, Riley Hauf, Mitch Rydzynski, Joey Pezzimenti, Anthony Pezzimenti, Zack Estabrooks, Chayse Ierlan, Alex Hernandez, Nick Saraceno, Richie Pierpont, Tucker Hill, Trae Papke, Jeremy deNormand, John Garbeck, Jeremy Schopinsky, Camden Hay, Sutton Boland, Nick Popielec, Mike Novitsky, Ben Yacavonis, Jack LaRue, Regan Endres, Liam Haller and Matt Potter; Head Coach Jim Andre; and Assistant Coaches Mark Foeder, Mike Ierlan and Tony Pezzimenti as well as game day stat manager Kelli Kunick on their outstanding season and overall team record; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the members of the Victor High School Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team, Head Coach Jim Andre, Assistant Coaches Mark Foeder, Mike Ierlan, Tony Pezzimenti and Game Day Statistician, Kelli Kunick.

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