LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Chris Nevinger of Letchworth High
School on his outstanding scholastic wrestling career

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 Chris Nevinger of Letchworth High School on his outstanding
scholastic wrestling career; and
WHEREAS, On March 3, 2012, Chris Nevinger, a senior at Letchworth High
School, captured his third straight New York State scholastic wrestling
championship, winning the 160-pound Division II crown with a 8-3 victo-
ry; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Chris Nevinger won the Most Outstanding Wrestler
Award at the 2012 New York Public High School Athletic Association wres-
tling championships held at the Times Union Center in Albany, New York;
and
WHEREAS, During his illustrious high school wrestling career, Chris
Nevinger won 143 consecutive matches, the most in Section V history; his
senior year final record was an outstanding 51-0; he was the 2010, 2011
and 2012 New York State Division II Champion, as well as the 2011 NHSCA
Junior National 3rd place finisher; and
WHEREAS, In football, Chris Nevinger of Letchworth High School was the
New York State Class D Player of the Year and led his team to their
first-ever New York State football crown in 2011; and
WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice; Chris Nevinger's dedication to wrestl-
ing is a year-round, everyday commitment; he is highly focused and has
developed a matchless work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Chris Nevinger'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 Chris Nevinger of Letchworth High School on his outstanding
scholastic wrestling career, 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 Chris Nevinger.