Congratulating John Michael Hankerson Washington High School Student Athlete

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RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA PUBLICLY CONGRATULATING JOHN MICHAEL HANKERSON ON WINNING THE INDIANA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP IN TRACK FOR THE 100 METER DASH AND WISHING HIM A GREAT SENIOR YEAR AS A STAR WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT - ATHLETE Q0" the Common Council recognizes that Washington High School, under the guidance of Principal Byron Sanders and Panther's Track Coach Larry Davidson have developed what the news media has called "Washington's speedy sprinters who stole the show" and were "spectacular in the sprints" at the Sectional track meet held in late May of this year; and one of Washington's track stars, John Michael Hankerson stated "It's all about hard work and determination. I was just trying to dig and finish and do what my coach tells me" after the Panthers foursome of Anthony Brazier, Denottus Crumbly, Michael Hankerson and Torreq Rice finished I" in 42.40, less than 3/1 Oths away from the sectional record. This same relay team also broke the regional record this past season in the 4 x 100 relay; with Coach Davidson noting that "It's a blessing that we can run fast and we have some depth. I believe if we can get everybody healthy, we could win state and set the state record "; and 4" on Friday, June 5, 2015, the 2014 -2015 IHSAA Boys Track & Field State Tournament was held at the Robert C. Haugh Track & Field Complex on the Bloomington campus of Indiana University before a crowd of thousands of enthusiastic fans and family members; and Q66, 4 the Common Council is proud to recognize that John Michael Hankerson won the 100 Meter Dash with what has been called a "laser time of 10.73" and is now the Indiana State Champion for this event. Section I. On behalf of all of the residents of the City of South Bend, Indiana, the Common Council is proud to recognize John Michael Hankerson and publicly commends him for his hard -work, dedication and determination for winning the 100 Meter in the IHSAA State Tournament in representing the Washington Panthers and being another great example of student - athlete excellence in the City of South Bend. Section II. Washington High School Football Coach Jay Johnson has called John Hankerson a real leader who impacts games, both on defense and on special teams. He has developed into a "dynamic player" who has caught the eye of many colleges throughout the nation. The Common Council wishes this special student/athlete all the best throughout his upcoming senior year both in the classroom where he holds a 2.9 GPA and on the athletic fields; and knows that his hand -work, talents and determination will result in a great college experience. Section III. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its n by the Common Council Valerie Schey, Dr. Fred Ferlic, 4`h District U avid Varner, 5`h District John Voorde, City Clerk Derek Q. Dieter, At Large Gavin,Ferlic, At Large L. White, At Large Kathleen Cekanski Farrand, James Mueller, Acting Mayor of South Bend