Senate Resolution No. 1548

BY: Senator GRIFFO

HONORING Mike Damsky upon the occasion of his
induction into the Greater Utica Sports Hall of Fame

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
outstanding athletes and coaches who have distinguished themselves
through their exceptional performance, attaining unprecedented success
and the highest level of personal achievement; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Mike Damsky upon the occasion of his induction into the Greater Utica
Sports Hall of Fame, to be celebrated on Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at
Daniele's Banquet Facility, New Hartford, New York; and

WHEREAS, Entering the Hall of Fame in the Pre-Modern Athlete, Modern
Athlete and Sports Executive, Sports Official, or Sports Administrator
categories, Mike Damsky was a founding member of the Greater Utica
Sports Hall of Fame in 1990; and

WHEREAS, An accomplished basketball player since 1949, when he began
his high school career at Utica Free Academy, Mike Damsky continues to
lace up his sneakers to participate in Senior Games in the 80 plus
category; and

WHEREAS, Mike Damsky has been a part of dozens of title-winning
semi-professional teams spanning from his first appearance with a team
out of Columbus, Ohio in 1955, to several teams in the 1950s, 1960s and
1970s in the MUNY, Tri-Hospital, and Senior Leagues; and

WHEREAS, In 1983, Mike Damsky took his basketball prowess to another
level, earning several titles, medals and much acclaim as a member of
the Utica Olympics; he was also an accomplished member of the Utica Free
Academy Swim Team, the Senior Rowing (Crew) teams, and competitively
played tennis in local tournaments throughout the 1970s and 1980s; and

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when
individuals of such outstanding athletic accomplishments are brought to
our attention, they should be recognized by all members of this great
Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Mike Damsky upon the occasion of his induction into the Greater
Utica Sports Hall of Fame; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Mike Damsky.