LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Zachary D'Alessandro of Sackets
Harbor, New York, upon the occasion of his designation as Class D Boys
Basketball Player of the Year

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 Zachary D'Alessandro of Sackets Harbor, New York, upon the
occasion of his designation as Class D Boys Basketball Player of the
Year; and
WHEREAS, Zachary D'Alessandro of Sackets Harbor, New York, capped his
outstanding senior season by being named as the New York State Class D
Boys Basketball Player of the Year by the New York State Sportswriters'
Association; and
WHEREAS, A six foot senior at Sackets Harbor Central High School,
Zachary D'Alessandro was Captain of the basketball team and averaged 19
points per game and led his team to the Section 3 and Class D champion-
ships; he was also named the Section 3 Class D Most Valuable Player, as
well as the state tournament Class D Most Valuable Player; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Zachary D'Alessandro earned WATERTOWN DAILY
TIMES first-team All-North honors as the Patriots of Sackets Harbor
Central High School finished the season with a perfect 25-0 record; and
WHEREAS, First in his class at Sackets Harbor Central High School,
Zachary D'Alessandro was named a New York State United Teachers - 7 News
Academic All-Star; he is also a member of Patriot Pals, a group engaged
in one-on-one mentoring of K-6 students; and
WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice; Zachary D'Alessandro's dedication to
basketball is a year-round, everyday commitment; he is highly focused
and has developed a matchless work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Zachary D'Alessandro'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 Zachary D'Alessandro of Sackets Harbor, New York, upon the
occasion of his designation as Class D Boys Basketball Player of the
Year, 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 Zachary D'Alessandro.