As Adopted by the Senate
136th General Assembly
Regular Session
S. R. No. 295
2025-2026
Senator Koehler
A RESOLUTION
Honoring Alex Drachuk as a 2026 OHSAA Division I State Champion in swimming.
WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to congratulate Alex Drachuk on placing first in the 500-yard freestyle at the 2026 Ohio High School Athletic Association Division I Swimming and Diving Championship Meet; and
WHEREAS, A remarkable athlete, Alex Drachuk has combined talent and competitive spirit with the highest ideals of good sportsmanship to establish himself as a standout member of the Beavercreek High School boys swimming team. With admirable dedication, he has worked diligently toward attaining ultimate proficiency in his sport, and as a result, he won first place in the 500-yard freestyle with a time of 4:31.32 and second place in the 200-yard freestyle with a time of 1:37.97 at this year's Division I State Championship Meet; and
WHEREAS, Alex Drachuk is a truly exceptional swimmer, and his accomplishments and leadership, both in and out of competition, are a justifiable source of pride and a fine reflection not only on him but also on his family, his teammates, his coach, Cary Culp, his school, and his community. His unwavering commitment to excellence has earned him the respect and esteem of many, and he is certainly worthy of recognition; and
WHEREAS, With athletic competition playing such an important role in the total education of our young people, we are incredibly proud to applaud Alex Drachuk on an exemplary season. Indeed, the same maturity and experience he has gained through his participation in swimming will greatly aid him in meeting the challenges of the future;
therefore be it
RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, commend Alex Drachuk on his personal success and salute him as one of Ohio's finest young citizens; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Alex Drachuk.
