LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating student-athlete Carmen Congelli
upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the inaugural Spir-
it of Sport Award by the New York State Public High School Athletic
Association

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, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay
tribute to those young people within the State of New York who, by
achieving outstanding success in athletic competition, have inspired and
brought pride to their school and community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late student-athlete Carmen Congelli upon the occasion of her desig-
nation as recipient of the inaugural Spirit of Sport Award by the New
York State Public School Athletic Association; and
WHEREAS, A senior sports star at Marlboro High School, Carmen Congelli
has had to deal with many adversities in her young life; possessing a
true heart and soul, the Spirit of Sport Award is the latest for her as
she was named the Player of the Year in softball by both the Mid-Hudson
Athletic League and the Poughkeepsie Journal in 2010; and
WHEREAS, After leading her team to the state softball final four last
year, Carmen Congelli had her Marlboro No. 7 jersey retired; and
WHEREAS, Carmen Congelli's overall record is outstanding; she was
loyally and enthusiastically supported by family, fans, friends and the
community at large; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout has been her mother, Joann, who feels
privileged to be a part of her life and rejoices in her achievements;
and
WHEREAS, Sports competition instills the values of teamwork, pride and
accomplishment, and Carmen Congelli has clearly made a contribution to
the spirit of excellence which is a tradition of her school; now, there-
fore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate student-athlete Carmen Congelli upon the occasion of her
designation as recipient of the inaugural Spirit of Sport Award by the
New York State Public High School Athletic Association; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Carmen Congelli.