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| Honoring The Ohio State University rifle team as the 2010 Western Intercollegiate Rifle Conference Champion. |
| WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 128th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to pay tribute to The Ohio State University rifle team on winning the 2010 Western Intercollegiate Rifle Conference Championship; and |
| WHEREAS, Under the capable leadership of Coach Patrick Cherry, The Ohio State University rifle team has proven to be a talented and superbly conditioned squad and has gained the respect of fans and opponents alike for the spirited and highly motivated participation of its members. Throughout the season, each player worked diligently to improve their skills, and as a result, the Buckeyes won the Western Intercollegiate Rifle Conference Title by finishing first place in the smallbore rifle and second place in air rifle categories and completing the season with a 7-2 overall record; and |
| WHEREAS, Known as a driven and determined team, the Buckeyes have developed into a remarkably efficient group of athletes whose abilities are equaled only by their exemplary display of teamwork and sportsmanship. They are a credit not only to their families and their school but also to the superb coaching of their mentor, Patrick Cherry, and his assistants; and |
| WHEREAS, The road to victory is a difficult one, requiring marksmanship and concentration, and a positive attitude on the part of players and coaches alike. The members of The Ohio State University rifle team have exemplified all of the characteristics that are essential for success both in and out of athletic competition, including courage, discipline, and integrity, and their efforts have earned them the admiration of all those who have witnessed these outstanding athletes in action; therefore be it |
| RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 128th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate The Ohio State University rifle team on its accomplishments and commend all those associated with this exceptional squad; and be it further |
| RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to The Ohio State University rifle team. |