LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Fred Sisti, posthumously, upon the occa-
sion of his induction into the Greater Utica Sports Hall of Fame

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 fully in accord with its long-
standing traditions, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to honor
Fred Sisti, posthumously, upon the occasion of his induction into the
Greater Utica Sports Hall of Fame; this auspicious occasion will be
celebrated at the Hall's Class of 2011 Induction Ceremony, to be held on
Sunday, June 5, 2011, at the Radisson Hotel-Utica Centre in Utica, New
York; and
WHEREAS, The late Fred Sisti, who passed away in 1973, was one of the
most renowned softball pitchers in the history of the sport in the City
of Utica, New York; and
WHEREAS, The leader of the most feared softball team of the post-World
War II era, the late Fred Sisti led his "Old Gang" to 11 Utica City
Championships in a row throughout the 1940s and 1950s; and
WHEREAS, The late Fred Sisti's documented pitching career record was
an astonishing 110-10; with a biting curve and terrific sinker, he
pitched his teams to several Prospect Tournament championships; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of his outstanding and exceptional softball
pitching career, the late Fred Sisti tossed two no-hitters and numerous
one-hitters; and
WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents a unique opportunity for
this Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute, posthumously, to the
late Fred Sisti; and
WHEREAS, it is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individ-
uals of such outstanding accomplishments are brought to our attention,
they should be recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire
State; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is moved to honor Fred Sisti, posthu-
mously, for his extraordinary athletic accomplishments which are a trib-
ute to his skill, dedication and commitment; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations with
praise and pride to honor Fred Sisti, posthumously, upon the occasion of
his induction into the Greater Utica Sports Hall of Fame; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of the late Fred Sisti.