A house RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR Jonathan Sirard, a Senior at Lugoff-elgin High School, FOR A REMARKABLE wrestling SEASON AND TO Applaud him FOR WINNING THE 2023 SOUTH CAROLINA CLASS AAAA Individual STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE.

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to learn that Jonathan Sirard of Kershaw County garnered the state wrestling title at the state tournament held at the Anderson Sports and Entertainment Center on Friday and Saturday, February 24 and 25, 2023; and

 

Whereas, Jonathan had been a state qualifier for Florida, wrestling as a sophomore before moving to South Carolina, and then joined the Lugoff-Elgin wrestling team as a junior.  He fought back from an early injury to his ribs and, as a senior, won the prestigious Southern Slam, dominating what is widely regarded as the state's toughest tournament.  He finished his season with an impressive 38-3 record, winning the 220-pound division's region and state championships; and

 

Whereas, in a sport that demands individual excellence and strength, Jonathan maximized his athletic ability and experience to become a championship-caliber grappler and has learned lessons that will prove invaluable through life both on and off the mats; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives values the pride and recognition that Jonathan Sirard has brought to his school and his community, and the members look forward to following his continued accomplishments in the days to come.  Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor Jonathan Sirard, a senior at Lugoff-Elgin High School, for a remarkable wrestling season and applaud him for winning the 2023 South Carolina Class AAAA Individual State Championship title.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Jonathan Sirard.

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