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| Honoring the Columbus Academy boys track and field team on winning the 2013 Division III State Championship. |
| WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 130th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to pay tribute to the Columbus Academy boys track and field team as the 2013 Division III State Champion; and |
| WHEREAS, Under the capable leadership of Coach Bob Kirk, the Columbus Academy boys track and field 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 performance of its members. Throughout the season, the participants worked diligently to improve their abilities, and consequently, the Vikings scored 49 points to secure this year's Division III State Championship crown, their second consecutive title; and |
| WHEREAS, Known as a driven and spirited team, the Vikings have developed into a remarkably efficient group of athletes whose skill is 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, Bob Kirk; and |
| WHEREAS, The road to victory and a championship title is a difficult one, requiring ability, endurance, teamwork, and a positive attitude on the part of the athletes and coaches alike. The members of the Columbus Academy boys track and field team have exemplified all of the characteristics that are essential for success both on and off the track, including courage, discipline, integrity, and good sportsmanship, 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 130th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate the Columbus Academy boys track and field team on an exemplary season and applaud 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 Columbus Academy boys track and field team. |