Senate Resolution No. 1108

BY: Senator GRIFFO

HONORING Tim Ryan upon the occasion of being
inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame
on June 10-11, 2023

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
outstanding broadcast journalists who distinguished themselves through
their exceptional story-telling in sports, attaining unprecedented
success and the highest level of personal achievement; Tim Ryan is one
such individual and his life of achievements inspired others and
contributed to the respect and admiration of the sport of boxing; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
Tim Ryan upon the occasion of being inducted into the International
Boxing Hall of Fame at Hall of Fame Weekend on June 10-11, 2023 in
Canastota, New York; and

WHEREAS, Born on May 16, 1939, Tim Ryan is a retired Canadian-born
American sportscaster; and

WHEREAS, Tim Ryan attended De La Salle College in Toronto, Canada
and established a credibility in the coverage of boxing matches in his
career; and

WHEREAS, Tim Ryan clearly made a contribution to the spirit of
excellence which is a tradition of the International Boxing Hall of
Fame; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when
individuals of such outstanding athletic accomplishments are brought to
our attention, they should be recognized by all the citizens of this
great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Tim Ryan upon the occasion of being inducted into the
International Boxing Hall of Fame on June 10-11, 2023; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Tim Ryan.