LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Brittany Trumpe upon the occasion of
her designation for special recognition as an outstanding gymnast

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body takes pleasure in 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
commend Brittany Trumpe upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition as an outstanding gymnast; and
WHEREAS, Brittany Trumpe is a student and outstanding gymnast at H.
Frank Carey High School in the Sewanhaka Central High School District of
Nassau County, where she was coached by Megan Mooney; and
WHEREAS, Named an All-American Gymnast, Brittany Trumpe achieved All-
New York State honors in gymnastics three times, and All-Nassau County
honors five times; during the 2008-2009 season, she was awarded first
place in the floor exercise, vault and balance beam events in Nassau
County competition; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Brittany Trumpe competed in the National Gymnas-
tics Meet in May 2009, and was the All-Around winner of the Marilyn
Cross Award for the highest high school all around average in gymnas-
tics; and
WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice; Brittany Trumpe's dedication to gymnas-
tics is a year-round, everyday commitment; she is highly focused and has
developed a matchless work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Brittany Trumpe's outstanding athleticism is reflective of
her dedication, determination and personal commitment; her 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
commend Brittany Trumpe upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition as an outstanding gymnast and congratulate her for the
enduring honor she has brought to her family, her school, and her commu-
nity; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Brittany Trumpe.