LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Dylan Palacio of Long Beach High
School upon the occasion of completing his outstanding scholastic cham-
pionship 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 Dylan Palacio of Long Beach High School upon the occasion
of completing his outstanding scholastic championship wrestling career;
and
WHEREAS, Born and raised in Long Beach, New York, Dylan Palacio began
competitive wrestling at the age of seven; attending Long Beach High
School, he is a New York State wrestling triple crown winner, capturing
championships in folk style, freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling; and
WHEREAS, In addition to his triple crown titles, during his illustri-
ous high school wrestling career, Dylan Palacio has also captured the
national championship in the 152-pound weight class and been named the
Nassau County Wrestler of the Year as well as the New York State Wrest-
ler of the Year; and
WHEREAS, Dylan Palacio of Long Beach High School was a three-time All
State selection, a three-time Nassau County champion, a four-time New
York State qualifier and a five-time All-American; he compiled over 200
career wins; and
WHEREAS, Honored as the 2012 Nassau Zone American Alliance for Health,
Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Long Beach High School Physical
Education Student of the Year, Dylan Palacio was also voted by the
Nassau Sports Commission as the Outstanding High School Male Athlete of
the Year; and
WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice; Dylan Palacio's dedication to wrestling
is a year-round, everyday commitment; he is highly focused and has
developed a matchless work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Dylan Palacio'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 Dylan Palacio of Long Beach 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 Dylan Palacio.