As Offered

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 467

2025-2026

Representative John

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Madison Henkel as a 2026 Division III State Track and Field Champion.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to extend special recognition to Madison Henkel on securing first place in the 2026 Division III State Championship in the long jump; and

WHEREAS, Displaying exceptional form, ability, leadership, and dedication as a senior member of the Shelby High School track and field team, Madison Henkel has certainly distinguished herself as one of the most talented athletes in Ohio. At this year's Division III State meet, she earned first place in the long jump event for the second consecutive year with a leap of 19 feet, 11.5 inches, breaking the state meet record; and

WHEREAS, Throughout the 2025-2026 season, Madison Henkel had prepared conscientiously in pursuit of the state crown, devoting countless hours to training and practice in order to ensure peak conditioning. Clearly, this demanding regimen has paid handsome dividends, for she has claimed a state title in the long jump event, becoming just the second Shelby female to win multiple state championships; and

WHEREAS, Despite sometimes grueling pressure, Madison Henkel has consistently maintained her composure and morale, exhibiting strength, speed, and stamina in every challenging encounter. Time and again, she has risen to the occasion, amply demonstrating her unflagging determination, and she has set an example for others to emulate; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, honor Madison Henkel on her tremendous achievement 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 Madison Henkel.