Senate Resolution No. 2139

BY: Senator BIAGGI

CONGRATULATING the Pelham Memorial High School
Varsity Ice Hockey Team upon the occasion of
capturing the New York State Division II
Championship

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 the
Pelham Memorial High School Varsity Ice Hockey Team upon the occasion of
capturing the New York State Division II Championship; to the praise and
applause of their excited fans, the Pelicans defeated the Starpoint
Spartans in the thrilling 7-6 overtime victory to capture the
Championship on Sunday, March 13, 2022, at the LECOM Harborcenter in
Buffalo, New York; and

WHEREAS, Proudly donning the school's colors of blue and gold,
family, friends, and the community at large loyally and enthusiastically
supported the Pelicans throughout their legendary journey as they ended
their season with an impressive overall record; and

WHEREAS, In a sport such as ice hockey, which demands athletic
prowess, speed and agility, Head Coach Ed Witz and his expert coaching
staff worked hard to hone the skills of this championship team, teaching
these outstanding athletes lessons which will prove invaluable both on
and off the ice; and

WHEREAS, Coach Ed Witz and all of the outstanding athletes on the
Pelham Memorial High School Varsity Ice Hockey Team have clearly
utilized dedication, determination and teamwork in providing a lasting
contribution to the spirit of excellence which is a tradition of their
school; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate the members of the Pelham Memorial High School Varsity Ice
Hockey Team: Chris Franchini, Shep Solimine, Zach Long, Will Crotty,
Eric Elbery, Luke Green, Nick Scampoli, Jordan Hurd, Ben Rosenberg,
Danny Gallivan, Sam Long, Griffin Evans, Henry Smith, Mark Rosa, Angus
Deeney, Lou Marcellino, Daniel Mitrione, Reid Finster, Dean Shannon,
Mark Tarazi, Zyde Karame, Jack Mallinson, Chris Ripoll and Gavin
Kleinberger; and Head Coach Ed Witz; and Assistant Coaches Robert Kelly
and Michael Cambria, on their outstanding season and overall team
record; and be it further

RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the members of the Pelham Memorial High School Varsity
Ice Hockey Team, and Head Coach Ed Witz.