The House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio has adopted a resolution honoring the Pickerington High School Central girls basketball team for winning the 2025 Division I State Championship. This achievement marks the team's first state title since a previous win and their eighth overall. The resolution commends the team's talent, conditioning, and the respect they have garnered from fans and opponents alike, highlighting their dedication and hard work throughout the season.
The resolution also acknowledges the exemplary leadership of their coach, Johnathan Hedgepeth, and emphasizes the qualities of courage, discipline, integrity, and good sportsmanship that the team has demonstrated. The members of the House express their admiration for the athletes and extend their best wishes for the future, while also directing the Clerk of the House to provide an authenticated copy of the resolution to the team.