H. R. No. 199 As Adopted

As Adopted

130th General Assembly

Regular Session

2013-2014

H. R. No. 199

Representative Driehaus

A RESOLUTION
Honoring Emelie Larsson on winning the 2013 Big East Conference Outdoor Track and Field Championship in the women's javelin.

       WHEREAS,  The members of the House of Representatives of the 130th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to commend Emelie Larsson as the 2013 Big East Conference Outdoor Track and Field Women's Javelin Champion; and

       WHEREAS,  A sophomore member of the University of Cincinnati track and field team, Emelie Larsson is deserving of recognition for her exemplary accomplishments in her sport. An exceptional athlete, she won first place in the women's javelin with a toss of 173 feet, 2 inches at this year's Big East Conference Outdoor Track and Field Meet, setting new school and Bauer Track and Field Complex facility records, and her noteworthy record of personal achievement stands as a hallmark for others to emulate; and

       WHEREAS,  Through her participation in sports, Emelie Larsson has learned important lessons of discipline, perseverance, hard work, and good sportsmanship that will undoubtedly be of great benefit to her throughout her life. Through her outstanding efforts, she has inspired countless individuals to excel in various areas of endeavor, and she has set an example worthy of admiration; and

       WHEREAS,  In a society that seeks to teach the future leaders of our state and nation the fundamentals of self-reliance and the rewards of individual effort, athletic competition has become a valuable educational tool. With athletics playing such an important part in the development of our young people, we are extremely pleased to pay tribute to such a fine athlete as Emelie Larsson; therefore be it

       RESOLVED,  That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 130th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, applaud Emelie Larsson on her tremendous track and field season and extend best wishes for ongoing success; and be it further

       RESOLVED,  That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Emelie Larsson.