As Adopted by the House

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 412

2025-2026

Representative Salvo

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Strasburg-Franklin High School girls basketball team on securing the 2026 Division VII State Championship.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to recognize the Strasburg-Franklin High School girls basketball team as the 2026 Division VII State Champion; and

WHEREAS, The members of the Strasburg-Franklin High School girls basketball team are exemplary athletes, and they have shown themselves to be truly exceptional competitors. During the 2025-2026 season, the Tigers diligently pursued their goal, and as a result, they defeated their opponents from Russia High School with a score of 38-17 to secure the Division VII State Championship for the first time in program history. The unwavering commitment of the players and coaches has earned them the esteem of many, and they are certainly deserving of high praise; and

WHEREAS, Coach Tyler Bates has demonstrated remarkable energy, enthusiasm, and dedication in guiding the Strasburg-Franklin High School girls basketball 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 court, 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 Strasburg-Franklin High School girls basketball 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 House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, pay tribute to the Strasburg-Franklin High School girls basketball team as the 2026 Division VII 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 House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Strasburg-Franklin High School girls basketball team.