Senate Resolution No. 1707

BY: Senator GRIFFO

HONORING Kenny Adams upon the occasion of his
induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame
and Museum

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
outstanding professionals in the boxing industry who distinguished
themselves through their exceptional performance, attaining
unprecedented success and the highest level of personal achievement;
Kenny Adams is one such individual, and his life of achievements
inspired others and contributed to the respect and admiration of the
sport of boxing; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Kenny Adams upon the occasion of his induction into the International
Boxing Hall of Fame and Museum; he will be honored within the
Non-Participant category of boxing at the 35th Anniversary celebration
from June 6-9, 2024, in Canastota, New York; and

WHEREAS, Kenny Adams was born in Springfield, Missouri, on September
25, 1940; and

WHEREAS, A decorated United States Army veteran, Kenny Adams was
Head Coach of the successful Army team that captured several national
titles; he was also Assistant Coach of the 1984 United States Olympic
boxing team that won 11 medals, including nine gold; as Head Coach, his
1988 team won eight medals, including three gold; and

WHEREAS, In early 1989, Kenny Adams relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada,
and began training professional boxers; his first world champion was
Rene Jacquot who defeated Donald Curry for the World Boxing Council
(WBC) super welterweight belt in what was termed the "Upset of the Year"
in 1989; and

WHEREAS, Known as a strict disciplinarian who places great emphasis
on the mental aspect of the sport, Kenny Adams has guided 26 world
champions, including the late Diego Corrales, Edwin Valero, Freddie
Norwood, Frankie Liles, Terence Crawford, Johnny Tapia, Jorge Linares,
Ray Mercer, Al Cole, Vince Phillips, Charles Murray, Eddie Cook, and
Kennedy McKinney; and

WHEREAS, Kenny Adams' accomplishments have been significant to
boxing throughout several decades; at the age of 83, he is still active
in the sport; and

WHEREAS, Kenny Adams clearly contributed to the spirit of excellence
which is a tradition of the International Boxing Hall of Fame; and

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

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Kenny Adams upon the occasion of his induction into the
International Boxing Hall of Fame and Museum; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Kenny Adams.