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J388Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Jameel Warney’s Jersey

Official title

“Commemorating the retirement of the No. 20 jersey worn by Stony Brook's Jameel Warney”

Sponsor Kenneth P. LaValleSD-1+1 co-sponsor
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors the retirement of Jameel Warney's No. 20 basketball jersey at Stony Brook University.

Why it matters

  1. Elevates Stony Brook University’s athletic legacy. by officially recognizing Jameel Warney as one of the most influential athletes in school history, highlighting his record-breaking achievements and role as a university ambassador.

  2. Celebrates local and regional pride. , as Warney’s accomplishments brought visibility to both Stony Brook University and Long Island, reinforcing the importance of sports figures as community role models.

  3. Sets a precedent for future honors. by making Warney only the second athlete in Stony Brook’s history to have a jersey retired, signaling the high bar for athletic excellence and institutional recognition.

  4. Acknowledges the broader impact of student-athletes. , demonstrating how individual dedication and performance can enhance a university’s reputation, inspire current students, and attract future talent.

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Honor Jameel Warney’s Jersey

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kenneth P. LaValle

Senator · Senate District 1

Chair, Higher Education

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. 388 BY: Senator LAVALLE COMMEMORATING the retirement of the No. 20 jersey worn by Stony Brook's Jameel Warney, a three-time America East Player of the Year and the most decorated player in Seawolves basketball history WHEREAS, It is the… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 388 BY: Senator LAVALLE COMMEMORATING the retirement of the No. 20 jersey worn by Stony Brook's Jameel Warney, a three-time America East Player of the Year and the most decorated player in Seawolves basketball history WHEREAS, It is the sense 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 commemorate the retirement of the No. 20 jersey worn by Stony Brook's Jameel Warney, a three-time America East Player of the Year and the most decorated player in Seawolves basketball history; and WHEREAS, This momentous occasion will be celebrated with a Halftime Ceremony during Stony Brook's home game against Binghamton on Saturday,

February 18, 2017, at Island Federal Credit Union Arena, Stony Brook, New York; and WHEREAS, No student-athlete has had a greater impact on Stony Brook than Jameel Warney; he represented the University and Long Island in a first class manner at all times through his work ethic, integrity and genuine nature; and WHEREAS, Jameel Warney completed his Stony Brook basketball career as the all-time leader in points, rebounds, blocks and games played; he was the second-fastest player in program history to reach the

1,000-point mark, tallying 2,132 through his four-year career; and WHEREAS, A Plainfield, New Jersey native, Jameel Warney is the only Stony Brook player to score 40-plus points in a game after putting up 43 in the America East championship game against… Show all

1,000-point mark, tallying 2,132 through his four-year career; and WHEREAS, A Plainfield, New Jersey native, Jameel Warney is the only Stony Brook player to score 40-plus points in a game after putting up 43 in the America East championship game against Vermont last season; he is one of 108 players in NCAA history to score 2,000 points and grab 1,000 rebounds; and WHEREAS, Jameel Warney played in the NBA Summer League and participated in training camp with the Dallas Mavericks this past fall; he is currently playing for the Texas Legends of the NBA Development League and is averaging 15 points and seven rebounds per game, notching a double-double on three occasions in his debut season; and WHEREAS, An honorable mention AP All-American, Jameel Warney's legacy at Stony Brook is unmatched; his No. 20 will join longtime major league pitcher and Stony Brook Hall of Famer Joe Nathan's No. 22 as the only retired numbers in the school's history; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such outstanding athletic accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be recognized by all members of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the retirement of the No. 20 jersey worn by Stony Brook's Jameel Warney, a three-time America East Player of the Year and the most decorated player in Seawolves basketball history; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Jameel Warney.

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