As Adopted by the Senate

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 59

2025-2026

Senator McColley

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Laney Oliver on placing first at the 2025 Girls State Wrestling Championship.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to commend Laney Oliver as the 2025 State Champion in girls wrestling in the 190-pound weight class; and

WHEREAS, A diligent and capable individual, Laney Oliver is deserving of recognition for her exemplary accomplishments as a senior member of the Findlay High School wrestling team, and during the 2024-2025 season she amassed a perfect 30-0 record. An exceptional athlete, she defeated a tough opponent from Lakewood High School with a 14-0 major decision to win this year’s state championship in the 190-pound weight class, and her noteworthy record of personal achievement stands as a hallmark for others; and

WHEREAS, Through her participation in wrestling, Laney Oliver has learned important lessons of discipline, perseverance, hard work, and good sportsmanship that will undoubtedly be of great benefit to her throughout her life. Under the leadership of Coach Ben Kirian, she has inspired countless people to excel in various areas of endeavor, and she has set an example worthy of emulation; and

WHEREAS, In a society that seeks to teach the future leaders of our state and nation the fundamentals of self-reliance and the rewards of individual effort, athletic competition has become a valuable educational tool. With sports contributing to the development of countless youth, we are happy to congratulate such a fine athlete as Laney Oliver; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, applaud Laney Oliver on her 2025 State Championship and extend best wishes for continued success; and be it further

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