LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Brandie Lugo upon the occasion of
capturing the New York State Archery Championship

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body takes pleasure in honoring talented young
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, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Brandie Lugo upon the occasion of capturing the New York State
Archery Championship; and
WHEREAS, A 16 year-old Latina from the Morrisania section of the
Bronx, New York, Brandie Lugo is a junior at Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom
High School; and
WHEREAS, On March 6, 2010, this outstanding young athlete captured the
New York State Championship in Archery; in addition, she placed seventh
in the National Junior Olympic Archery Associates competition on March
14, 2010; and
WHEREAS, Brandie Lugo also holds the trophy for "Female Archer of the
Year" in the Bronx vs. Brooklyn "Battle of the Boroughs"; and
WHEREAS, Partnered with the New York City Department of Education,
including the Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School, The Children's Aid
Society is one of the nation's largest and most innovative non-sectarian
agencies, serving more than 150,000 of New York's neediest children and
their families; and
WHEREAS, Archery is among the many afterschool programs offered by The
Children's Aid Society; students can also participate in other sports
and recreation, such as martial arts, robotics, academics, chorus and
band; and
WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice; Brandie Lugo's dedication is a year-
round, everyday commitment; she is highly focused and has developed a
matchless work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Poised eagerly with enthusiasm and determined purpose, Bran-
die Lugo now stands honorably with just pride in her accomplishments and
eager anticipation of future challenges, understanding and appreciating
the caring counsel and support provided by her coaches, teachers, and
family; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Brandie Lugo upon the occasion of capturing the New York
State Archery Championship, and to commend her for the enduring honor
she has brought to her family, her school and her community; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Brandie Lugo.