LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Andrew Katz upon the occasion of his
designation as Performer of the Season in Swimming by THE JOURNAL NEWS

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 Andrew Katz upon the occasion of his designation as Performer of
the Season in Swimming by THE JOURNAL NEWS; and
WHEREAS, Andrew Katz of Suffern, New York, is THE JOURNAL NEWS' boys'
swimmer of the year, and is the first Rockland County swimmer to earn
All-America honors since 1995; and
WHEREAS, A varsity swimmer since the seventh grade, Andrew Katz set a
career's worth of records by his junior year in high school; his three
straight appearances at the New York State meet and a school record of 1
minute, 30.86 seconds in the 200 relay made his name well-known in the
section's swimming circles; and
WHEREAS, At the Rockland County championships, Andrew Katz was named
most outstanding swimmer; he placed first in the 100 free and 200 free,
and led his team to victory in the 200 free relay; and
WHEREAS, In the sectionals, Andrew Katz finished third in the 200 free
and second in the 100 free; in the state meet he broke the county record
with a 46.65 time in the 100-yard freestyle, a time worthy of All-Ameri-
ca consideration; he then swam the 200 free in 1:41.35, which shaved
nearly four seconds off his own county record, garnering him All-America
honors; and
WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice; Andrew Katz's dedication to swimming is
a year-round, everyday commitment; he is highly focused and has devel-
oped a matchless work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Andrew Katz's outstanding athleticism 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
commend Andrew Katz upon the occasion of his designation as Performer of
the Season in Swimming by THE JOURNAL NEWS, and to congratulate 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 Andrew Katz.