Senate Resolution No. 559

BY: Senator AKSHAR

CONGRATULATING Brady Worthing upon the occasion of
capturing the 132-pound Division II wrestling title
at the NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championships on February
23, 2019

WHEREAS, Individual and team championships are highly sought after
in high school sports; this Legislative Body commends rare athletic
achievements and pays special recognition to those who pursue such
excellence and become examples for the youth of this great Empire State;
and

WHEREAS, Athletic competition helps to enhance both the moral and
physical development of young athletes, preparing them for the future by
instilling in them the importance of teamwork, encouraging a standard of
healthy living, and developing a sense of fair play and competition; and

WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate Brady
Worthing upon the occasion of capturing the 132-pound Division II
wrestling title at the NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championships on Saturday,
February 23, 2019, at the Times Union Center in Albany, New York; and

WHEREAS, A standout wrestler for the Tioga Senior High School Team,
Brady Worthing was proudly crowned Division II's 132-pound wrestling
State Champion; and

WHEREAS, In front of a capacity crowd and a fan base of family,
friends and teammates, fourth-seeded Brady Worthing earned a 5-1
decision over his second-seeded opponent from Pleasantville High School;
and

WHEREAS, Brady Worthing ended his season with an impressive overall
record of 40-4, making it one of Tioga High School's best; and

WHEREAS, In a sport such as wrestling, which demands athletic
prowess, speed and agility, Head Coach Kris Harrington worked hard to
hone the skills of this champion, teaching this outstanding athlete
lessons which will prove invaluable both on and off the mat; and

WHEREAS, Brady Worthing has clearly utilized dedication,
determination and teamwork in providing a lasting contribution to the
spirit of excellence which is a tradition of his school; now, therefore,
be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Brady Worthing upon the occasion of capturing the 132-pound
Division II wrestling title at the NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championships; and
be it further

RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Brady Worthing and Coach Kris Harrington.