SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 23

(By Senators Wells, Unger, Foster, Plymale, Stollings, Miller, Klempa, Yost and McCabe)

Recognizing the West Virginia Soccer Club Rowdies U14 Boys team for their outstanding athletic achievements.

    Whereas, The Rowdies boys team is a two-time state champion, winning the championship in 2009 and 2010; and

    Whereas, The Rowdies are undefeated in West Virginia league and tournament play for over three years and have not lost a game in West Virginia for over three years; and

    Whereas, The Rowdies have won tournaments and defeated opponents around the region including Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, and North Carolina; and

    Whereas, The Rowdies are one of only a handful of youth soccer teams in West Virginia who are nationally ranked; and

    Whereas, The Rowdies are led by coaches Bob Gray and Scott Letts and the players include Alex Northup, James Snavely, Luke Mace, Zach Stevens, Reid Rowsey, Jesse Richmond, Noah LaLiberty, Marshall Howerton, Kwesei Wilkerson, Zack Koontz, Will Walker, Joey Trupo, Beau Simpson, Austin Miller, Clayton Lightner, Avery Meadows, Loran Meadows; and

    Whereas, The Rowdies are a shining example of what can be accomplished through teamwork, dedication and commitment; therefore, be it

    Resolved by the Senate:

    That the Senate hereby recognizes the West Virginia Soccer Club Rowdies U14 Boys team for their outstanding athletic achievements; and, be it

    Further Resolved, That the Senate congratulates the Rowdies on their success and wishes them luck in the future; and, be it

    Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward a copy of this resolution to each coach and player of the Rowdies.