House Resolution 1838
By: Representatives Crawford of the 89th, Oliver of the 84th, Gunter of the 8th, Thomas of the
21st, and Cannon of the 172nd
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Liz Fernandes; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, a graduate of Northern Kentucky University, Liz Fernandes has been working
in the game of golf as an assistant golf professional, a college coach, and a teaching
professional since obtaining her degree in 2012; and
WHEREAS, Fernandes has spent time as a golf fitness specialist and teaching professional
at notable courses around the country including The Quarry in La Quinta, California, and
Scarsdale Golf Club in Hartsdale, New York as well as at the University of Louisville,
Spalding University, and the University of North Carolina; and
WHEREAS, currently Fernandes serves as the head coach of the Eagles golf team at Emory
University; and
WHEREAS, in her first season as head coach, the Eagles took home a second place victory
at the NCAA Championships; and
WHEREAS, she has mentored historic Eagle's athletes Sharon Mun, Carys Code, Ellen
Dong, and Zimo Li; and
WHEREAS, in Fernandes' second season with the Eagles, they added another NCAA
Championship title and athlete Carys Code made history as the second Eagle to ever win the
individual NCAA Championship title; and
WHEREAS, Fernandes is a dedicated and passionate coach with an unwavering commitment
to athlete success both on and off the course; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper to honor this remarkable mentor and coach.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend Liz Fernandes and extend their sincere
best wishes for her continued health, happiness, and success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Liz
Fernandes.