Fiscal Note
No appropriation required.
Title
Commending the University of Wisconsin Women's Volleyball Team for its outstanding 2019 season.
Body
WHEREAS, the University of Wisconsin women’s volleyball program marked its 36st season in 2019 and, has consistently been ranked 5th or higher in NCAA Division 1 national attendance since 2000 and 2nd in the nation in 2019; and,
WHEREAS, in 2019, UW women’s volleyball team won its sixth Big Ten Conference title with a 18-2 record, and was awarded Big Ten Player of the Year (Dana Rettke), Coach of the Year (Kelly Sheffield), and Setter of the Year (Sydney Hilley); and,
WHEREAS, in 2019, the Badger women’s volleyball team reached the National Final of the NCAA Division I tournament; and,
WHEREAS, in 2019, the UW women’s volleyball team was graced with four All-American players including setter Sydney Hilley (first team), middle blocker Dana Rettke (first team), outside hitter Molly Haggerty (second team), and outside hitter Grace Loberg (honorable mention); and,
WHEREAS, the UW women’s volleyball program is a source of inspiration for the City of Madison, and serves as an outstanding example of athletic and academic achievement for its fans of all ages,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Common Council commend the 2019 University of Wisconsin women’s volleyball team, its coaches, and support staff for its outstanding season.