As Adopted by the Senate

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 423

2025-2026

Senator Schaffer

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Denison University baseball team as the 2026 NCAA Division III National Champion.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to congratulate the Denison University baseball team on winning the 2026 NCAA Division III National Championship; and

WHEREAS, The Denison University baseball 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 consequently, the Big Red accomplished much en route to winning the NCAA Division III National Championship; and

WHEREAS, Known as a driven and determined team, the Denison University baseball team has 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 head coach, Mike Deegan, and his assistants; 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 Denison University baseball team have exemplified 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 Denison University baseball team on its brilliant 2026 season and offer 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 Denison University baseball team.