LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Michael Grace upon the occasion of
his designation as the Warwick Valley High School Athlete of the Week

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
congratulate Michael Grace upon the occasion of his designation as the
Warwick Valley High School Athlete of the Week; and
WHEREAS, Selected as the Warwick Valley High School Athlete of the
Week for the week ending March 24, 2010, Michael Grace is the son of
Sean and Betty Ann Grace of Chester, New York; he has two sisters, Mari-
ah and Nora, and two brothers, Brendan and Jack; and
WHEREAS, A returning senior captain of the Warwick Valley High School
lacrosse team, Michael Grace plays goalie on the team which has high
expectations following its capturing of the Section 9 title in 2009; and
WHEREAS, Michael Grace has accepted a partial athletic scholarship to
attend Assumption College in the fall; he intends to play lacrosse for
the college's Division II program; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Michael Grace is a two-time division champion
for the Warwick Valley High School soccer team, where he played stopper;
he also kicked for the football team in the fall; and
WHEREAS, A three-sport standout at Warwick Valley High School, Michael
Grace has been recognized as a NYSPHSAA scholar-athlete team member for
football, soccer and lacrosse in his senior year; he carries a 3.0 grade
point average at Warwick Valley High School; and
WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice; Michael Grace's dedication to athletics
is a year-round, everyday commitment; he is highly focused and has
developed a matchless work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Michael Grace'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 Michael Grace upon the occasion of his designation as the
Warwick Valley High School Athlete of the Week, 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 Michael Grace, Chester, New York.