As Introduced

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 375

2025-2026

Senator Koehler

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Kenton Ridge High School softball team on winning the 2026 Division IV State Championship.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to commend the Kenton Ridge High School softball team as the 2026 Division IV State Champion; and

WHEREAS, The Kenton Ridge High School softball 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 diamond, and as a result, the Cougars accomplished their goals, bringing home this year's state championship by overcoming a strong Licking Valley team by a score of 7-6, its second consecutive such crown, and finishing the season undefeated; and

WHEREAS, Known as a driven and determined team, the Cougars have developed into a remarkably efficient group of players 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 coaches; and

WHEREAS, The road to victory is a difficult one, requiring ability, endurance, and a positive attitude on the part of players and coaches alike. The members of the Kenton Ridge High School softball 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 Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, salute the Kenton Ridge High School softball team on its 2026 Division IV State Championship and extend best wishes for the years to come; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Kenton Ridge High School softball team.