HR 238: Honoring Rod Owens as a 2025 Division II State Champion in wrestling.

1WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to pay tribute to Rod Owens on

2securing the 2025 Division II State Wrestling Championship title in

3the 175-pound weight class; and

5Rod Owens' accomplishments are truly noteworthy, for he

6has clearly demonstrated his talent and perseverance, as well as his

7mental and physical fortitude as a wrestler. As a junior member of the

8Archbishop Alter High School wrestling team, he has exemplified all of

9the characteristics that are essential for success both in and out of

10the sports world, including courage, integrity, and an innate sense of

11the principles of good sportsmanship, and as a result, he won first

12place in the 175-pound weight class at this year's Division II State

14meet; and

14By developing such remarkable prowess in wrestling, Rod

15Owens has earned the appreciation of his fellow athletes, the devotion

16of countless fans, and the respect of even his most determined rivals.

17Indeed, his outstanding record of achievement is sure to inspire

19future generations of Knights; and

19Wrestling is a sport which requires exceptional stamina

20and natural ability, and Rod Owens is to be commended for his

21commitment to this demanding activity. In attaining his athletic

22goals, he has certainly distinguished himself as a true champion;

24therefore be it

24RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of

25the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution,

26recognize Rod Owens on his state wrestling championship and honor him as a fine Ohioan; and be it further

27RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit

28a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Rod Owens.