As Adopted by the House

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 200

2025-2026

Representative LaRe

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Pickerington High School Central girls 4x100-meter relay team as the 2025 Division I State Champion.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to applaud the Pickerington High School Central girls 4x100-meter relay team on winning the 2025 Division I State Championship; and

WHEREAS, The Pickerington High School Central girls 4x100-meter relay team is made up of remarkable athletes who have worked diligently to showcase the collective talents of their exceptional squad. At this year’s Division I State Meet, members Lachele Nicholas, Brianna Duncan, Genesis Poke, and Serenity Franklin won the state crown with a time of 46.72 seconds, and they amply demonstrated impressive determination, maturity, and finesse in pursuit of this achievement; and

WHEREAS, This triumph reflects the staunch resolve of these young individuals, and it signifies the acquisition of valuable experience that is sure to benefit them in later life. Thanks to the tireless efforts of an exceptional Pickerington High School Central girls track and field team coaching staff, as well as the support of their school community, these athletes have met the demands of an extensive training regimen, and they have just cause for celebration; and

WHEREAS, All those who comprise the Pickerington High School Central girls 4x100-meter relay team have set an excellent example of what a dedicated group of athletes can achieve when guided by a committed coaching staff and surrounded by loyal fans, sports families, and boosters. These young competitors have certainly proven themselves to be dynamic athletic leaders, and we are confident that as they meet future challenges, they will take with them the valuable lessons they have gained through their participation in track and field; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate the Pickerington High School Central girls 4x100-meter relay team on its state title and count its members and coaches among the ranks of outstanding Ohioans; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Pickerington High School Central girls 4x100-meter relay team.