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As Adopted by the Senate
136th General Assembly
Regular Session
S. R. No. 240
2025-2026
Senator
Blackshear
A R E S O L U T I O N
Honoring
the Oakwood High School girls cross country team on winning the 2025
Division III State Championship.
WHEREAS,
The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are
pleased to recognize the Oakwood High School girls cross country team
as the 2025 Division III State Champion; and
WHEREAS,
The members of the Oakwood High School girls cross country team are
exemplary athletes, and they have shown themselves to be truly
exceptional competitors. At the 2025 Division III State Championship
meet, the Jills placed first with a total of 71 points. The
unwavering commitment of the runners and coaches has earned them the
esteem of many, and they are certainly deserving of high praise; and
WHEREAS,
Coach Kurt Sanford has demonstrated remarkable energy, enthusiasm,
and dedication in guiding the Oakwood High School girls cross country
team to victory, and his skill is reflected in the squad’s
outstanding accomplishments. Due largely to his tireless efforts, the
members have distinguished themselves on the course, and he has
received respect and admiration from all who know him; and
WHEREAS,
In an educational system that seeks to teach the future leaders of
our state and nation the fundamentals of self-reliance and the
rewards of individual and group effort, athletic competition has
become a valuable tool. By taking part in sports, the members of the
Oakwood High School girls cross country team have gained discipline
and perseverance that will help them in all aspects of their lives;
therefore be it
RESOLVED,
That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of
Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, pay tribute to the Oakwood High
School girls cross country team as the 2025 Division III State
Champion and honor all those who contributed to the success of this
fine squad; and be it further
RESOLVED,
That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of
this Resolution to the Oakwood High School girls cross country team.