LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating Shane Lyon of Schuylerville High
School upon the occasion of being named 2012-13 Boys Basketball Player
of the Year by THE SARATOGIAN

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 Shane Lyon of Schuylerville High School upon the occasion
of being named 2012-13 Boys Basketball Player of the Year by THE SARATO-
GIAN; and
WHEREAS, Shane Lyon led Schuylerville High School to an undefeated
Wasaren League season, a 19-game winning streak and a place in the
Section II Class B final; the Black Horses of Schuylerville High School
finished with a 20-2 season record; and
WHEREAS, A 6-foot-4 versatile senior guard, Shane Lyon finished the
2012-2013 basketball season averaging an outstanding 15.5 points, 7.9
rebounds, 5.1 assists and 2.3 blocks per game; and
WHEREAS, During his extraordinary basketball career at Schuylerville
High School, Shane Lyon scored 1,000 total points for the Black Horses;
and
WHEREAS, Excellence and success in competitive sports can be achieved
only through strenuous practice; Shane Lyon's dedication to basketball
is a year-round, everyday commitment; he is highly focused and has
developed a matchless work ethic; and
WHEREAS, Shane Lyon's exemplary performance is reflective of his dedi-
cation, determination and personal commitment; his achievements stand as
a hallmark of what is best in the families, schools and communities
across New York State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Shane Lyon of Schuylerville High School upon the occasion
of being named 2012-13 Boys Basketball Player of the Year by THE SARATO-
GIAN, 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 Shane Lyon.