J 457: Congratulating the Marcellus Girls Varsity Soccer Team upon the occasion of winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class B Championship on November 17, 2024
The legislative body congratulates the Marcellus girls varsity soccer team on winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class B championship. This achievement is a rare and notable event in high school sports, showcasing the team's dedication, determination, and teamwork. The team's victory is a testament to the hard work and coaching of head coach Laurie Updike and her staff, who helped the team hone their skills and develop valuable lessons both on and off the field. The team's overall record is impressive, and their spirit of excellence reflects the tradition of their school. The legislative body recognizes the team's achievement and expresses its admiration for their outstanding performance.
- What is the current status of J 457?
- As of March 17, 2025, J 457 is recorded as "Chaptered/Signed": it has been signed by the Governor and chaptered into law. The last recorded action, on March 11, 2025, was "ADOPTED".
- Did J 457 pass?
- Yes. J 457 passed both houses and was signed into law (last action March 11, 2025). New York laws take effect on the date written into the bill, often immediately on signing or a set number of days afterward.
- Who wrote J 457, and where is it now?
- J 457 was authored by Sen. Rachel May with 12 coauthors.
| Mar. 11, 2025 | ADOPTED |
| Mar. 05, 2025 | REFERRED TO FINANCE |
Senate Resolution No. 457 BY: Senator MAY CONGRATULATING the Marcellus Girls Varsity Soccer Team upon the occasion of winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class B Championship on November 17, 2024 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 the Marcellus Varsity Girls Soccer Team upon the occasion of winning the New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class B Championship on Sunday, November 17, 2024; to the praise and applause of their excited fans, the Mustangs defeated Cold Spring Harbor in a 4-0 victory to win the Championship; and WHEREAS, Proudly donning the school's colors of green, red, and white, family, friends, and the community at large loyally and enthusiastically supported the Mustangs throughout their journey as they ended their season with an impressive overall record; and WHEREAS, In a sport such as soccer, which demands athletic prowess, speed, and agility, Head Coach Laurie Updike and her skilled coaching staff worked hard to hone the skills of this championship team, teaching these outstanding athletes lessons which will prove invaluable both on and off the field; and WHEREAS, Coach Laurie Updike and all of the outstanding athletes on the Marcellus Girls Varsity Soccer Team have clearly utilized dedication, determination, and teamwork in providing a lasting contribution to the spirit of excellence which is a tradition of their school; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to congratulate the members of the Marcellus Girls Varsity Soccer Team and Head Coach Laurie Updike upon their outstanding season and overall team record; and be it further RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the members of the Marcellus Girls Varsity Soccer Team and Head Coach Laurie Updike.