As Introduced

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 235

2025-2026

Senator DeMora

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Upper Arlington High School girls water polo team on securing the 2025 State Championship title.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to applaud the Upper Arlington High School girls water polo team on placing first at the 2025 State Championship; and

WHEREAS, The Upper Arlington High School girls water polo team is made up of remarkable athletes who have worked diligently to showcase the collective talents of their exceptional squad. At this year’s state tournament, the Golden Bears won the program’s sixth crown in seven years with a 13-10 double-overtime victory over Worthington Kilbourne High School, and the members amply demonstrated impressive determination, maturity, and finesse in pursuit of this achievement; and

WHEREAS, This triumph reflects the staunch resolve of these young individuals, and it signifies the acquisition of valuable experience that is sure to benefit them in later life. Thanks to the tireless efforts of an exceptional Upper Arlington High School girls water polo team coaching staff, as well as the support of their Golden Bears community, these athletes have met the demands of an extensive training regimen, and they have just cause for celebration; and

WHEREAS, All those who comprise the Upper Arlington High School girls water polo team have set an excellent example of what a dedicated group of athletes can achieve when guided by a committed coaching staff and surrounded by loyal fans, sports families, and boosters. These young competitors have certainly proven themselves to be dynamic athletic leaders, and we are confident that as they meet future challenges, they will take with them the valuable lessons they have gained through their participation in this sport; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate the Upper Arlington High School girls water polo team on its 2025 State Championship title and count its players and coaches among the ranks of outstanding Ohioans; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Upper Arlington High School girls water polo team.