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J3445Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Pat Carey’s Achievement

Official title

“Honoring Pat Carey upon the occasion of his induction into the Rockland Community College Sports Hall of Fame on January 19, 2018”

Sponsor William J. Larkin Jr.SD-39+1 co-sponsor
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Pat Carey for his induction into the Rockland Community College Sports Hall of Fame.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the significant local and statewide impact of athletic achievement. recognizing individuals like Pat Carey not only celebrates personal success but also encourages community pride and serves as inspiration for current and future athletes.

  2. Emphasizes the importance of mentorship and leadership in youth and collegiate sports. Carey’s transition from player to coach at multiple institutions illustrates how former athletes can give back, shape programs, and positively affect the lives of young players.

  3. Underscores the role of family and community support in athletic and professional success. the resolution’s mention of Carey’s family acknowledges that personal achievements in sports are often the result of broader networks of encouragement and dedication.

  4. Reinforces the value placed by the state legislature on honoring contributors to local institutions. by formally recognizing Carey, the resolution demonstrates how legislative bodies use ceremonial resolutions to strengthen community ties and institutional legacies.

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Honor Pat Carey’s Achievement

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
William J. Larkin Jr.

Senator · Senate District 39

1 Co-sponsor

History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 3445 BY: Senator LARKIN HONORING Pat Carey upon the occasion of his induction into the Rockland Community College Sports Hall of Fame on January 19, 2018 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to outstanding… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 3445 BY: Senator LARKIN HONORING Pat Carey upon the occasion of his induction into the Rockland Community College Sports Hall of Fame on January 19, 2018 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to outstanding athletes who have distinguished themselves through their exceptional performance, attaining unprecedented success and the highest level of personal achievement; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Pat Carey upon the occasion of his induction into the Rockland Community College Sports Hall of Fame, to be celebrated with a Gala on Friday,

January 19, 2018, at Nyack Seaport; and WHEREAS, Pat Carey is a 1994 graduate of North Rockland High School, where he was a renowned member of the Boys Varsity Baseball Team, helping the Rams to three consecutive Class A State Championships from

1992-1994; and WHEREAS, During this time, Pat Carey was selected as the Rockland County Player of the Year and was the runner-up for the Journal News State Player of the Year; and WHEREAS, Pat Carey went on to play two seasons at shortstop for Rockland… Show all

1992-1994; and WHEREAS, During this time, Pat Carey was selected as the Rockland County Player of the Year and was the runner-up for the Journal News State Player of the Year; and WHEREAS, Pat Carey went on to play two seasons at shortstop for Rockland Community College where he was instrumental in the Hawks 1995 Region XV Title; he was named Mid-Hudson Conference Player of the Year in 1996, and continued his successful college baseball career at Providence College; and WHEREAS, This extraordinary athlete returned to Rockland Community College as an assistant baseball coach for three years before being named head coach in 2003; during his illustrious coaching tenure the Hawks had an impressive 44-28 record; and WHEREAS, Additionally, under the able leadership of Pat Carey, the Hawks won the Mid-Hudson Conference and Region XV Championships; he was subsequently named the Region XV Coach of the Year in both 2003 and

2004; and WHEREAS, Pat Carey moved on to serve as an assistant coach at Fordham University for one season before taking over as head coach at Iona College in 2005; in this capacity, he has once again found great success, leading the Gaels to the Mid-Atlantic… Show all

2004; and WHEREAS, Pat Carey moved on to serve as an assistant coach at Fordham University for one season before taking over as head coach at Iona College in 2005; in this capacity, he has once again found great success, leading the Gaels to the Mid-Atlantic Conference Championships in 2017; and WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Diana, and their two children, A.J. and Nicole, who have all shown him love and support and rejoice in his many achievements; and WHEREAS, Pat Carey has been an inspiration to countless Hawks baseball fans, as well as to the community-at-large, and accordingly merits recognition and applause for his tremendous passion for the game and competitive spirit; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such outstanding athletic accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Pat Carey upon the occasion of his induction into the Rockland Community College Sports Hall of Fame on January 19, 2018; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Pat Carey.

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