Senate Resolution No. 1889 BY: Senator GRIFFO CONGRATULATING Andrew Juliano upon the occasion of winning a New York State Division II Wrestling Championship Title 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 Andrew Juliano upon the occasion of winning the New York State Division II Wrestling Championship; to the praise and applause of his excited fans, Andrew Juliano defeated Jakob Lucinski of Newfane and Declan McKee of Tioga - a series of impressive upsets on Saturday, February 24, 2024, which captured him the Championship Title; and WHEREAS, Proudly donning the school's colors of purple and gold, family, friends, and the community at large loyally and enthusiastically supported this Golden Knight throughout his journey; and WHEREAS, In a sport such as wrestling which demands athletic prowess, endurance, strength, and mental focus, Head Coach John Richard worked hard to hone the skills of this State Champion, Andrew Juliano, teaching this outstanding athlete lessons which will prove invaluable both on and off the mat; and WHEREAS, Andrew Juliano of Holland Patent High School 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 Andrew Juliano upon the occasion of winning a New York State Division II Wrestling Championship Title; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to State Champion, Andrew Juliano and Head Coach, John Richard.