As Adopted by the Senate

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 142

2025-2026

Senator McColley

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Owen Scott as a 2025 Division II State Champion in track and field.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to congratulate Owen Scott on winning the 1600-meter run at the 2025 Division II State Track and Field Meet; and

WHEREAS, A senior at Van Wert High School, Owen Scott has combined talent and competitive spirit with the highest ideals of good sportsmanship to establish himself as a truly exceptional athlete. A strong competitor, he has worked diligently toward attaining ultimate proficiency in his events, and as a result, he placed first in the 1600-meter run with a time of 4:10.19 at this year’s Division II State Meet, breaking his own school record by two seconds, and placed eighth in the 3200‑meter run with a time of 9:23.34; and

WHEREAS, Throughout intense training and preparation, Owen Scott has consistently demonstrated the talent, integrity, and motivation that are the hallmarks of a true champion. His unwavering commitment to excellence has earned him the respect and esteem of many, and he is certainly deserving of high praise; and

WHEREAS, Owen Scott’s accomplishments and leadership, both in and out of competition, are a justifiable source of pride and an outstanding reflection not only on him but also on his family, his teammates, his coaches, his school, and his community. Indeed, the same maturity and experience he has gained through his participation in track and field will greatly aid him in meeting the challenges of the future; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, commend Owen Scott on his personal success and salute him as one of Ohio’s finest young citizens; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Owen Scott.