RESO 1982-18 - Athlete David HardyRESOLUTION NO. 82 -18
WHEREAS, it is a rare and pleasurable occasion when the City has cause
to recognize the accomplishments of a favorite son; and
WHEREAS, such recognition is appropriate when a citizen of our community
distinguishes himself among his peers and therefore brings honors to
himself, his family and his hometown; and
WHEREAS, Mr.. David Hardy has earned many such honors over the years
culminating in a very special award this year that is quite unique; and
WHEREAS the City of Huntsville wishes to recognize the many years of
hard work and dedication that was necessary to receive the honors which
are inspirational to all citizens and especially the youth of our
community; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Hardy has been named to the All Southwest Conference
Football Team for 1982 and upon completion of his collegiate career
holds the following records:
- Leading scorer at Texas A & M University in two of the four
years he competed for the Aggies . . . .
- Second in all time scoring at TAM U
- Tenth in all time scoring leaders in the Southwest
Conference . . . .
- Four Independence Bowl Records . • • •
- Co- holder of the T.A.M.U. record for three or more
field goals in three games during one season . . . .
- Chevrolet honorary scholarship recipient for his outstanding
play in televised games . . . .
as well as many schoolboy honors earned as a member of the Huntsville
Hornets Football Team and as an individual in the Youth Punt, Pass and
Kick competitions in which he was truly the Genesis of the kicking
tradition for which Huntsville has become famous.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Huntsville that
DAVID HARDY
be recognized as the outstanding citizen that he exemplifies and that he
be duly honored for his positive contribution to the community's
reputation as a result of these recorded achievements and the
recognition he has received.
Duly made and. passed this the 14th day of December, 1982.
ATTEST:
aw, ity Secretary
William V. Nash, Mayor