K 798: Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Whitesboro High School Football Program

 Assembly Resolution No. 798 BY: M. of A. Buttenschon COMMEMORATING the 100th Anniversary of the Whitesboro High School Football Program WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and commend those longstanding institutions and athletic programs that have contributed significantly to the development of young people, fostering school spirit and community pride; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Whitesboro High School Football Program to be celebrated on Friday, August 8, 2025; and WHEREAS, Established in 1925, the Whitesboro High School Football Program has served as a pillar of excellence within the Whitesboro Central School District, developing young athletes, both on and off the field, through dedication, discipline, and teamwork; and WHEREAS, Over the course of its storied history, the Program has become synonymous with athletic achievement, sportsmanship, and community involvement, with generations of players and coaches proudly wearing the blue and white; and WHEREAS, Whitesboro Football has maintained a tradition of success in Section III athletics, consistently competing for league and sectional titles and producing countless student-athletes who have embodied the values of leadership, perseverance, and integrity; and WHEREAS, In recent years, the Program has reached remarkable heights, advancing to the New York State Class A Championship Game for two consecutive seasons, a testament to the hard work, talent, and resilience of the student-athletes and coaching staff; and WHEREAS, In 2023, the Whitesboro Football Team captured the Section III Class A Championship with a dominant 55-6 victory over East Syracuse-Minoa and went on to finish the season with an outstanding 13-1 record; and WHEREAS, In 2024, the Whitesboro Football Team returned to seize the Section III Class A Championship again, claiming victory over Corcoran with a final score of 35-20, finishing the season again with a 13-1 record; and WHEREAS, Whitesboro Football has become not only a source of athletic success but also a cornerstone of community identity, inspiring pride throughout the Mohawk Valley; and WHEREAS, Whitesboro Football will mark their 100th year on Friday, August 8, 2025, with a Kickoff Party at the Marcy Town Park, featuring raffles, skills competitions, and a bottle and can drive, bringing the community together yet again to share in their history and success; and WHEREAS, As the Program celebrates this historic centennial milestone, it reflects on a proud history of achievements, friendships, and community support while continuing to prepare future generations for success both on and off the gridiron; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Whitesboro High School Football Program, honoring its outstanding legacy and its commitment to excellence; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Whitesboro High School Football Program.