HR700: HR700 Happy Hitters of North Atlanta; commend

25 LC 112 3417 House Resolution 700 By: Representatives Hilton of the 48th, Dunahoo of the 31st, Werkheiser of the 157th, Kahaian of the 81st, New of the 40th, and others A RESOLUTION Commending the Happy Hitters of North Atlanta; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, the Happy Hitters of North Atlanta pickleball team was co-founded by Karla2 Blaginin and Arthur Jackson to provide athletes with special ne eds the opportunity to3 develop skills, build friendships, and compete in pickleball; and4 WHEREAS, the team's roster was created with 12 athletes from Peachtree Corners, Roswell,5 Alpharetta, Dunwoody, and the surrounding area with the support of six community6 volunteers, five parent volunteers, and generous donors who helped cover game fees, team7 shirts, and refreshments; and8 WHEREAS, ACE Pickleball has donated space to the team for two s easons in a row for9 practice, events, and meetings, and the Ace Pickleball Club of Roswell has lent its indoor10 courts and space; and11 WHEREAS, the team includes dedicated players Cici Rose, Colin C ooperider, Dana Lu,12 Elijah Nunn, Gracie King, Jack Chaplin, Jake Jeffries, Kirtana Bulusu, Luke Harriman, Max13 Bartholomai, Mimi Ngo, and Myles Henderson, all of whom have ex hibited outstanding14 sportsmanship; and15 H. R. 700 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3417 WHEREAS, under the leadership of Coach Karla Blaginin, athlete Mimi Ngo has advanced16 to mainstream pickleball tournaments, expanding opportunities f or special needs athletes17 within the sport; and18 WHEREAS, the Happy Hitters of North Atlanta continue to be a sh ining example of19 inclusivity, perseverance, and the positive impact of adaptive sports programs, fostering20 personal growth and community support for athletes with special needs.21 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that22 the members of this body commend the Happy Hitters of North Atlanta for their excellence23 in pickleball and extend best wishes for their continued success.24 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized25 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the26 Happy Hitters of North Atlanta.27 H. R. 700 - 2 -