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S. R. No. 347  

129th General Assembly
Regular Session
2011-2012
S. R. No. 347


Senator Patton 



A RESOLUTION
Honoring Colton Buffington on winning the 2012 Division I State Championship in boys singles tennis.

       WHEREAS,  The members of the Senate of the 129th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to extend special recognition to Colton Buffington, a senior at Westlake High School, as the 2012 Division I State Champion in boys singles tennis; and

       WHEREAS,  Colton Buffington is deserving of acknowledgement for the formidable athletic gifts and the competitive spirit that he has so amply revealed throughout this past season as a standout for the Westlake High School boys tennis squad. Among his achievements, he defeated a tough opponent by the score of 6-2, 6-3 to win this year's Division I State Singles Championship and finished the season with a perfect 30-0 record. Commendably, he has exhibited the skill, strength, agility, and stamina that befit a genuine champion, and it is no surprise that he has won so many admirers; and

       WHEREAS,  By developing such exceptional prowess in tennis, Colton Buffington has gained the appreciation of his fellow athletes, the devotion of countless fans, and the respect of even his most determined rivals. Displaying dedication, discipline, and leadership, he has certainly distinguished himself as one of the most talented tennis players in the state, and in the process, he has made his family, friends, and community very proud; and

       WHEREAS,  With athletic competition playing such an important role in the total education of our young people, we are extremely pleased to pay tribute to Colton Buffington on an exemplary season. Indeed, the same maturity and experience that he has gained through his participation in sports will greatly aid him in meeting the challenges of the future; therefore be it

       RESOLVED,  That we, the members of the Senate of the 129th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate Colton Buffington on his impressive attainment and extend best wishes for a bright, rewarding future; and be it further

       RESOLVED,  That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Colton Buffington.

I, Vincent L. Keeran, hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of Senate Resolution No. 347, adopted by the Ohio Senate, September 25, 2012.
 
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Vincent L. Keeran
Clerk of the Senate
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Senator Tom Niehaus
President of the Senate
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Senator Thomas F. Patton
Senatorial District No. 24

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