As Introduced
136th General Assembly
Regular Session S. R. No. 94
2025-2026
Senators Weinstein, Roegner
A R E S O L U T I O N
Honoring The University of Akron men’s basketball
team on securing the 2025 Mid-American Conference
Championship.
WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly
of Ohio are pleased to applaud The University of Akron men’s
basketball team as the 2025 Mid-American Conference Champion; and
WHEREAS, The University of Akron men’s basketball team is made up
of remarkable athletes who have worked diligently to showcase the
collective talents of their exceptional squad. At this year’s Mid-
American Conference Tournament, the Zips came from behind to best
Miami University 76-74 to claim the MAC title and earn a spot in the
NCAA Tournament, and the members amply demonstrated impressive
determination, maturity, and finesse in pursuit of this achievement;
and
WHEREAS, This triumph reflects the staunch resolve of these young
individuals, and it signifies the acquisition of valuable experience
that is sure to benefit them in later life. Thanks to the tireless
efforts of the exceptional University of Akron men’s basketball team
coaching staff, including Head Coach John Groce, as well as the
support of their school community, these athletes have met the demands
of an extensive training regimen, and they have just cause for
celebration; and
WHEREAS, All those who comprise The University of Akron men’s
basketball team have set an excellent example of what a dedicated
group of athletes can achieve when guided by a committed coaching
staff and surrounded by loyal fans, sports families, and boosters.
These young competitors have certainly proven themselves to be dynamic
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athletic leaders, and we are confident that as they meet future
challenges, they will take with them the valuable lessons they have
gained through their participation in basketball; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General
Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, congratulate The
University of Akron men’s basketball team on its 2025 Mid -American
Conference Championship title and count its players and coaches among
the ranks of outstanding citizens; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly
authenticated copy of this Resolution to The University of Akron men’s
basketball team.
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