HJR146 Summary

• Commends Gabe Hixenbaugh on winning the NCAA Division II 133-pound wrestling national championship while representing the University of Montevallo on March 16, 2024, at Hartman Arena in Park City, Kansas

• Recognizes Hixenbaugh as the first-ever national champion of any sport in Division II history at Montevallo, completing the wrestling program's inaugural season

• Highlights his undefeated championship season with a 31-0 record, 14 wins over ranked opponents, and a 4-1 decision victory over defending champion Gavin Quiocho of Glenville State in the finals

• Notes his prior achievements including five individual state championships at Thompson High School, a 249-16 record, and four years competing in Division I for Campbell University before his graduate transfer to Montevallo

• Legislature dedicates the resolution to Hixenbaugh with admiration for his dedication, training, and pursuit of excellence as an example to young athletes