LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Shaun McGrath upon the occasion of
capturing first place in the 2011 Long Island Marathon on May 1, 2011

WHEREAS, It is incumbent upon the people of the State of New York to
recognize those individuals within our midst who have contributed great-
ly to the quality of our lives by a commitment to excellence; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
outstanding athletes who distinguish themselves through their excep-
tional performance, attaining unprecedented success and the highest
level of personal achievement; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late Shaun McGrath upon the occasion of capturing first place in the
2011 Long Island Marathon on May 1, 2011; and
WHEREAS, The Long Island Marathon is held every year on the first
Sunday in May; the 26.2 mile race starts on Charles Lindbergh Boulevard
and finishes in Eisenhower Park; and
WHEREAS, A 32 year-old resident of Lynbrook, New York, Shaun McGrath
is a structural and project engineer; and
WHEREAS, On May 1, 2011, Shaun McGrath won the Long Island Marathon
with an outstanding finishing time of 2:39; in 2010, he finished eighth
in the race with a time of 2:57; and
WHEREAS, The 2011 Long Island Marathon was Shaun McGrath's twelfth
marathon and the third time he has run in this prestigious event; he
trains on a daily basis, peaking at 80 or 90 miles per week, and has run
up to 24 miles on the weekends; he competes for the Lynbrook Track Club;
and
WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice; Shaun McGrath's dedication to athletics
is a year-round, everyday commitment; he is highly focused and has
developed a matchless work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Shaun McGrath has twice represented the United States at
international roller hockey competitions; he also finished third at the
2010 Building Homes for Heroes run; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Shaun McGrath played hockey throughout high
school and college and was on seven national championship teams; and
WHEREAS, Shaun McGrath's exemplary performance in the 2011 Long Island
Marathon is reflective of his dedication, determination and personal
commitment; his achievement stands as a hallmark of what is best in
competitive sports throughout New York State; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion represents a unique opportunity for
this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to Shaun McGrath and
his exceptional athletic prowess and achievement; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved to honor Shaun McGrath upon
the occasion of capturing first place in the 2011 Long Island Marathon,
which is a tribute to his skill, dedication and commitment; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Shaun McGrath upon the occasion of capturing first place in
the 2011 Long Island Marathon; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Shaun McGrath, Lynbrook, New York.