As Offered

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 405

2025-2026

Representative Craig

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Waynedale High School wrestling team on winning the 2026 Division III State Dual Championship.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to commend the Waynedale High School wrestling team as the 2026 Division III State Dual Champion; and

WHEREAS, The Waynedale High School wrestling team has proven to be a talented and superbly conditioned squad and has gained the respect of fans and opponents alike for the spirited and highly motivated performance of its members. Throughout the season, the athletes worked diligently to improve their skills on the mat, and as a result, the Golden Bears accomplished their goals by defeating a tough Archbold team by the score of 38-18 to bring home this year’s state dual championship, their first duals title in program and Wayne County history; and

WHEREAS, Known as a driven and determined team, the Golden Bears have developed into a remarkably efficient group of wrestlers whose skill is equaled only by their exemplary display of teamwork. They are a credit not only to their families and their school but also to the superb leadership of their head coach, Brenden Stanley; and

WHEREAS, The road to victory is a difficult one, requiring ability, endurance, and a positive attitude on the part of members and coaches alike. The members of the Waynedale High School wrestling team have exemplified all of the characteristics that are essential for success both in and out of competition, including courage, discipline, integrity, and good sportsmanship, and their efforts have earned them the admiration of all those who have witnessed these outstanding athletes in action; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, salute the Waynedale High School wrestling team on its 2026 Division II State Dual Championship and extend best wishes for the years to come; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Waynedale High School wrestling team.