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sr405_01_AS
As Adopted by the Senate
136th General Assembly
Regular Session
S. R. No. 405
2025-2026
Senator
Gavarone
A R E S O L U T I O N
Honoring
the Perkins High School baseball team on winning the 2026 Division IV
State Championship.
WHEREAS,
The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are
pleased to recognize the Perkins High School baseball team as the
2026 Division IV State Champion; and
WHEREAS,
The members of the Perkins High School baseball team are exemplary
athletes, and they have shown themselves to be truly exceptional
competitors. At the 2026 Division IV State Championship game, the
Pirates defeated the team from Bishop Fenwick High School 5-1 to
secure the first state title in program history, and the unwavering
commitment of the players and coaches has earned them the esteem of
many. They are certainly deserving of high praise; and
WHEREAS,
Coach T.J. Blanton has demonstrated remarkable energy, enthusiasm,
and dedication in guiding the Perkins High School baseball 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 diamond, 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
Perkins High School baseball 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 Perkins High
School baseball team as the 2026 Division IV 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 Perkins High School baseball team.