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K233Assembly2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Corning Cross Country Champions

Official title

“Congratulating the Corning Boys Varsity Cross Country Team and Coach Ray Lawson upon the occasion of capturing the NYSPHSAA Class A Championship”

Sponsor Philip PalmesanoAD-132
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates the Corning Boys Varsity Cross Country Team and Coach Ray Lawson for winning the NYSPHSAA Class A Championship.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizes the value of youth sports. By highlighting moral and physical development, the resolution underscores how high school athletics can instill teamwork, healthy habits, and fair play—qualities that benefit students beyond sports.

  2. Affirms community pride and support. The resolution acknowledges not just the team’s achievement, but also the role of family, friends, and the larger community in supporting student athletes, reinforcing the importance of communal involvement in school activities.

  3. Highlights the influence of coaching and mentorship. Special mention of Coach Ray Lawson and his staff draws attention to the impact dedicated educators and mentors have on shaping young people, both in athletic success and in life skills.

  4. Serves as a formal record and lasting recognition. By having the legislature officially congratulate the team and coach, the resolution ensures their accomplishment is part of the public record, giving lasting recognition that can inspire current and future students.

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Honor Corning Cross Country Champions

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Philip Palmesano

Assembly Member · Assembly District 132

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Introduced

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Assembly Resolution No. 233 BY: M. of A. Palmesano CONGRATULATING the Corning Boys Varsity Cross Country Team and Coach Ray Lawson upon the occasion of capturing the NYSPHSAA Class A Championship WHEREAS, Individual and team championships are highly sought… Show all

Assembly Resolution No. 233 BY: M. of A. Palmesano CONGRATULATING the Corning Boys Varsity Cross Country Team and Coach Ray Lawson upon the occasion of capturing the NYSPHSAA Class A 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 Corning Boys Varsity Cross Country Team and Coach Ray Lawson upon the occasion of capturing the NYSPHSAA Class A Championship on Saturday,

November 12, 2016, at Chenango Valley State Park; to the praise and applause of their excited fans, the Hawks finished 21 points ahead of Warwick Valley and Liverpool to win the championship; and WHEREAS, Proudly donning the school's colors of black and gold,… Show all

November 12, 2016, at Chenango Valley State Park; to the praise and applause of their excited fans, the Hawks finished 21 points ahead of Warwick Valley and Liverpool to win the championship; and WHEREAS, Proudly donning the school's colors of black and gold, family, friends, and the community at large loyally and enthusiastically supported the Hawks throughout their journey as they ended their season with an impressive overall record; and WHEREAS, In a sport such as cross country, which demands athletic prowess, speed and agility, Head Coach Ray Lawson and his expert coaching staff 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 Ray Lawson and all of the outstanding athletes on the Corning Boys Varsity Cross Country 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 Corning Boys Varsity Cross Country Team and Head Coach Ray Lawson 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 Corning Boys Varsity Cross Country Team and Head Coach Ray Lawson.

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