Bill > J01167

This resolution honors Justin Davis, a multi-sport athlete from Rome Free Academy (RFA) and accomplished football coach, upon his induction into the Rome Sports Hall of Fame on July 27, 2025. The resolution highlights Davis's exceptional high school athletic career, where he was a three-sport varsity athlete in football, hockey, and baseball, setting school records and earning prestigious honors such as the Black R and being named one of New York State's Top 50 players in 1996. After graduating from the University of Maine, where he was a three-year linebacker starter and academic achiever, Davis transitioned to coaching, serving as a graduate assistant and later joining the United States Naval Academy's football coaching staff for 12 seasons. During his time at Navy, he played a crucial role in the program's success, contributing to 10 bowl game appearances and multiple Top 25 national rankings. The resolution commends Davis for his sportsmanship, leadership, and commitment to teamwork, recognizing his significant contributions to athletics both as an athlete and a coach, and formally acknowledges his upcoming Hall of Fame induction by pausing in legislative deliberations to honor his achievements.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J1167