Assembly Resolution No. 657
BY: M. of A. Simpson
CONGRATULATING Tristen Hitchcock upon the occasion
of capturing the 285-pound Division II wrestling
title at the NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championships on
February 26, 2022
WHEREAS, Individual and team championships are highly sought after
in high school sports; this Legislative Body commends rare athletic
achievements and pays special recognition to those who pursue such
excellence and become examples for the youth of this great Empire State;
and
WHEREAS, Athletic competition helps to enhance both the moral and
physical development of young athletes, preparing them for the future by
instilling in them the importance of teamwork, encouraging a standard of
healthy living, and developing a sense of fair play and competition; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to congratulate
Tristen Hitchcock upon the occasion of capturing the 285-pound Division
II wrestling title at the NYSPHSAA Wrestling Championships on Saturday,
February 26, 2022, at the MVP Arena in Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, In front of a capacity crowd and a fan base of family,
friends and teammates, number one seed Tristen Hitchcock earned a 3-1
decision over his number seven seed opponent from General Brown High
School, giving Warrensburg High School its first ever state title; and
WHEREAS, A standout wrestler for the Warrensburg Burgers, Tristen
Hitchcock ended his season with an impressive overall record of 47-2;
and
WHEREAS, In a sport such as wrestling, which demands athletic
prowess, speed and agility, Coach Mark Trapasso worked hard to hone the
skills of this champion, teaching this outstanding athlete lessons which
will prove invaluable both on and off the mat; and
WHEREAS, Tristen Hitchcock has clearly utilized dedication,
determination and teamwork in providing a lasting contribution to the
spirit of excellence which is a tradition of his school; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate Tristen Hitchcock upon the occasion of capturing the
285-pound Division II wrestling title at the NYSPHSAA Wrestling
Championships; and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Tristen Hitchcock and Coach Mark Trapasso.