Assembly Resolution No. 704

BY: M. of A. Friend

CONGRATULATING Caden Bellis upon the occasion of
capturing the 138-pound Division II wrestling title
at the NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championships on February
25, 2023

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 Caden
Bellis upon the occasion of capturing the 138-pound Division II
wrestling title at the NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championships on Saturday,
February 25, 2023, at the MVP Arena in Albany, New York; and

WHEREAS, In front of a capacity crowd and a fan base of family,
friends and teammates, Caden Bellis defeated his opponent from Honeoye
Falls-Lima High School in a commanding 6-1 victory to win his first New
York State title; and

WHEREAS, In addition, Caden Bellis and his teammate, Ousmane
Duncanson, shared the coveted The Sports Report Wrestler of the Year
honors; and

WHEREAS, A standout wrestler for the Tioga Tigers, Caden Bellis
ended his season with an outstanding overall record of 33-1; after
suffering a broken bone in the semifinals of the Southern Tier Memorial
on January 13, 2023, and subsequently, sitting out for 15 days, he went
4-0, including three falls and a major decision at the New York State
Duals, then went 10-0 in the individual postseason, with seven pins and
a major decision; and

WHEREAS, In a sport such as wrestling, which demands athletic
prowess, speed and agility, Head Coach Kris Harrington and his expert
coaching staff 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, Caden Bellis 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 Caden Bellis upon the occasion of capturing the 138-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 Caden Bellis and Head Coach Kris Harrington.