As Offered

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 213

2025-2026

Representative Ghanbari

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Cole Evans on securing the 2025 Division I State Wrestling Championship at 157 pounds.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to pay tribute to Cole Evans as the 2025 Division I State Wrestling Champion in the 157-pound weight class; and

WHEREAS, Cole Evans’ accomplishments are truly noteworthy, for he has clearly demonstrated his talent and perseverance, as well as his mental and physical fortitude as a wrestler. As a member of the Perrysburg High School wrestling team, which placed third at this year’s Division I State meet, he has exemplified all of the characteristics that are essential for success both in and out of the sports world, including courage, integrity, and an innate sense of the principles of good sportsmanship, and as a result, he won his third state championship; and

WHEREAS, By developing such remarkable prowess in wrestling, Cole Evans has earned the appreciation of his fellow athletes, the devotion of countless fans, and the respect of even his most determined rivals. Indeed, his outstanding record of achievement is sure to inspire future generations of Yellow Jackets; and

WHEREAS, Wrestling is a sport which requires exceptional stamina and natural ability, and Cole Evans is to be commended for his commitment to this demanding activity. In attaining his athletic goals, he has certainly distinguished himself as a true champion; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, recognize Cole Evans on his state wrestling championship and honor him as a fine Ohioan; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Cole Evans.