LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Ryan LeBlanc upon the occasion of
capturing the New York State Section III Division II, 160 pound, Wrestl-
ing Championship

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body takes pleasure to honoring talented high
school athletes who distinguish themselves and their community through
outstanding athletic performance; and
WHEREAS, Athletic competition enhances the moral and physical develop-
ment of the young people of this State, preparing them for the future by
instilling in them the value of teamwork, encouraging a standard of
healthy living, imparting a desire for success and developing a sense of
fair play and competition; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to
congratulate Ryan LeBlanc upon the occasion of capturing the New York
State Section III Division II, 160 pound, wrestling championship; and
WHEREAS, Ryan LeBlanc, a senior at the Morrisville-Eaton School
District, captured the Section III Division II, 160 pound class, wrestl-
ing championship at the 2009 New York State Public High School wrestling
tournament held in Albany, New York, on Saturday, February 28, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Besting Windsor's David Kohlbach by a score of 4-2 in the
title match, Ryan LeBlanc became the first Morrisville-Eaton wrestler
ever to win two New York State titles, and just the ninth multiple New
York State champion in Section III history; and
WHEREAS, Ryan LeBlanc's championship victory was the 200th win of his
extraordinarily successful high school career; and
WHEREAS, To get to the championship match, Ryan LeBlanc, who is headed
to Indiana University, beat Josh Becker of Salamanca 9-5 in the opening
round; he then prevailed 5-1 over Batavia's Troy Ireland in the quarter-
finals, and triumphed over Hoosick Falls' Taylor Ribichaud 11-1 in the
semifinal match; and
WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice; Ryan LeBlanc's dedication to wrestling
is a year-round, everyday commitment; he is highly focused and has
developed a matchless work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Ryan LeBlanc's exemplary performance is reflective of his
dedication, determination and personal commitment; his achievements
stand as a hallmark of what is best in the families, schools and commu-
nities across New York State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Ryan LeBlanc upon the occasion of capturing the New York
State Section III Division II, 160 pound, wrestling championship, and to
commend him for the enduring honor he has brought to his family, his
school and his community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Ryan LeBlanc.