2011-J405

Congratulating Tierney Wallace upon setting two age-group world records in winning three events at the 2010 Northeast Regional Single Lift Powerlifting Championships

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2011-J405


LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Tierney Wallace upon setting two
age-group world records in winning three events at the 2010 Northeast
Regional Single Lift Powerlifting Championships

WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice, nurtured by dedicated coaching and
strategic planning; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay
tribute to those esteemed individuals within the State of New York who
distinguish themselves through outstanding achievements in worldwide
athletic 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 Tierney Wallace upon setting two age-group world records in winning
three events at the Northeast Regional Single Lift Powerlifting Champi-
onships; and
WHEREAS, The event which was held at Johnson City Senior High School
on Saturday, May 29, 2010, drew about 80 different competitors from nine
states; and
WHEREAS, Tierney Wallace's overall record is outstanding; she was
loyally and enthusiastically supported by family, fans, friends and the
community at large; and
WHEREAS, An Endicott resident, Tierney Wallace picked up 281 pounds in
the deadlift competition in the women's 148-pound weight class, which is
a record for the 20-24-year-old age group; and
WHEREAS, Tierney Wallace also set a record with an 83-pound lift in
the strict curl; in addition, she also won the bench press contest; and
WHEREAS, Sports competition instills the values of self-motivation,
pride and accomplishment, and Tierney Wallace has clearly made a
contribution to the spirit of excellence which is a tradition of her
community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Tierney Wallace upon setting two age-group world records in
winning three events at the Northeast Regional Single Lift Powerlifting
Championships; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Tierney Wallace.

actions

  • 01 / Feb / 2011
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 08 / Feb / 2011
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 08 / Feb / 2011
    • ADOPTED

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