OH HR266

Robert McCarty won two gold medals at the 2013 National Senior Games in the 1,500-meter and 800-meter races in the men's age 50-to-54 age bracket.

The Ohio House of Representatives commends McCarty for his exemplary accomplishments as a runner and his record of personal achievement.

McCarty's athletic participation demonstrates discipline, perseverance, hard work, and good sportsmanship, serving as an example for others to emulate.

The House recognizes athletic competition as a valuable educational tool for developing role models and teaching self-reliance and the rewards of individual effort.

The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to transmit an authenticated copy of the resolution to Robert McCarty.