As Adopted by the House
136th General Assembly
Regular Session H. R. No. 81
2025-2026
Representative Brewer
A R E S O L U T I O N
Honoring Marcus Johnson as Ohio’s Mr. Basketball for
2025.
WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th
General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to commend Marcus Johnson on
being selected as the 2025 Ohio Mr. Basketball by the Ohio Prep Sports
Media Association; and
WHEREAS, A diligent and capable individual, Marcus Johnson is
deserving of recognition for his exemplary accomplishments as a junior
member of the Garfield Heights High School boys basketball team. An
exceptional athlete, he averaged 29.7 points and 5.7 rebounds per
game, 4.7 assists, and 2.2 steals this season and helped the Bulldogs
advance to the Division III State semifinals this season, and his
noteworthy record of personal achievement stands as a hallmark for
others; and
WHEREAS, Through his participation in basketball, Marcus Johnson
has learned important lessons of discipline, perseverance, hard work,
and good sportsmanship that will undoubtedly be of great benefit to
him throughout his life. Through his outstanding efforts, he has
inspired countless people to excel in various areas of endeavor, and
he has set an example worthy of emulation; and
WHEREAS, In a society that seeks to teach the future leaders of
our state and nation the fundamentals of self-reliance and the rewards
of individual and group effort, athletic competition has become a
valuable educational tool. With sports contributing to the development
of countless youth, we are happy to congratulate such a fine athlete
as Marcus Johnson; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of
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As Adopted by the House
the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution,
applaud Marcus Johnson on his statewide honor and extend best wishes
for continued success; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit
a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Marcus Johnson.
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