A HOUSE RESOLUTION honoring the ACHIEVEMENTS of the 2002 Winter olympians.
Whereas, the 2002 Winter Olympics was held in Salt Lake City, Utah; and
Whereas, some of the finest athletes in the world came together for 17 days, to compete in this event; and
Whereas, the United States Olympic team won 34 medals and placed second in the total medal count; and
Whereas, the members of the United States Olympic team included athletes from across the country, including North Carolina; and
Whereas, first‑time Olympian, Joey Cheek, a Greensboro native, competed in several speed skating events; and
Whereas, three‑time Olympian, Randy Jones, a Winston‑Salem native, competed in the four‑man bobsled event; and
Whereas, Randy Jones and teammates, Todd Hayes, Bill Schuffenhauer, and Garrett Hines, won the silver medal in the bobsled event; and
Whereas, Randy Jones and Garrett Hines earned the distinction of being the first African‑American men to win a medal in a Winter Olympics; and
Whereas, the United States Olympic team earned the respect and admiration of the nation for their accomplishments and competitive spirit, as well as, their superior sportsmanship that was demonstrated throughout the games; Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
SECTION 1.  The House of Representatives congratulates the United States Olympic team for its performance in the 2002 Winter Olympics.
SECTION 2.  The House of Representatives recognizes the extraordinary achievements of native sons, Joey Cheek and Randy Jones.
SECTION 3.  The Principal Clerk shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to Joey Cheek and Randy Jones.
SECTION 4.  This resolution is effective upon adoption.