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J3270Senate2019-2020 SessionResolution

Honor Coach Tim Cluess

Official title

“Commending Head Coach Tim Cluess upon the occasion of stepping down after 10 years of distinguished service to the Iona College Men's Basketball Team”

Sponsor Shelley MayerSD-37
Status
Adopted
Impact
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution commends Head Coach Tim Cluess for his 10 years of distinguished service to the Iona College Men's Basketball Team.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the significant impact Tim Cluess had on Iona College’s basketball program. , including multiple NCAA Tournament appearances and record-setting win totals, which helped elevate the school's national profile.

  2. Underscores the importance of leadership and mentorship in collegiate athletics. , noting Cluess’s reputation for positive demeanor, selfless commitment, and ability to instill character and sportsmanship in student-athletes.

  3. Recognizes the broader value of exceptional coaches to their communities and the state. , as Cluess’s achievements and approach exemplify ideals that New York seeks to promote in youth and sports programs.

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Honor Coach Tim Cluess

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Shelley Mayer

Senator · Senate District 37

Chair, Education

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History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 3270 BY: Senator MAYER COMMENDING Head Coach Tim Cluess upon the occasion of stepping down after 10 years of distinguished service to the Iona College Men's Basketball Team WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 3270 BY: Senator MAYER COMMENDING Head Coach Tim Cluess upon the occasion of stepping down after 10 years of distinguished service to the Iona College Men's Basketball Team WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to acknowledge the notable athletic coaches who serve the youth of this great Empire State and who have distinguished themselves and their schools through outstanding commitment and exemplary athletic achievements; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Head Coach Tim Cluess upon the occasion of stepping down after

10 years of distinguished service to the Iona College Men's Basketball Team; he will remain with the program in an advisory role; and WHEREAS, Tim Cluess had led the Gaels to six NCAA Tournament appearances since 2012; Iona also had five MAAC Tournament… Show all

10 years of distinguished service to the Iona College Men's Basketball Team; he will remain with the program in an advisory role; and WHEREAS, Tim Cluess had led the Gaels to six NCAA Tournament appearances since 2012; Iona also had five MAAC Tournament championships and four regular season championships; and WHEREAS, A lifelong New Yorker, Tim Cluess arrived in New Rochelle in 2010 with no experience in Division I since playing at St. John's and Hofstra, but found immediate success upon installing one of the fastest and most exciting offensive systems in the nation, and won at least 20 games in each of his first eight years; and WHEREAS, Coach Cluess, who elevated Iona men's basketball and put them into the national spotlight on an annual basis, finished with 199 wins and a .650 winning percentage during his tenure, the highest marks among any New York Metropolitan program in Division I; and WHEREAS, Tim Cluess, who coached for 14 years at St. Mary's High School in Manhasset, and one season at Suffolk Community College, went

98-23 in four seasons (2006-2010) at Division II C.W. Post; and WHEREAS, A congenial leader, Tim Cluess' positive demeanor, selfless commitment and caring concern have contributed to his unparalleled success as a coach and mentor, earning him the just respect… Show all

98-23 in four seasons (2006-2010) at Division II C.W. Post; and WHEREAS, A congenial leader, Tim Cluess' positive demeanor, selfless commitment and caring concern have contributed to his unparalleled success as a coach and mentor, earning him the just respect and admiration of Iona College, his peers and the athletes he has so ably coached; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to now record its recognition and appreciation in honoring an outstanding coach whose dedication and inspiration have been instrumental in developing character and sportsmanship in aspiring young athletes, exemplifying the ideals and values cherished by this great State and Nation; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Head Coach Tim Cluess upon the occasion of stepping down after

years of distinguished service to the Iona College Men's Basketball

Team; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be

transmitted to Head Coach Tim Cluess.

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