The House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio has honored Katy Zang for her outstanding achievements as a 2026 New Balance Nationals Indoor Track and Field Champion. As a senior at Teays Valley High School, Zang has demonstrated exceptional talent and sportsmanship, culminating in her remarkable performance at the Ohio High School Division I State Meet, where she set a state record in the 3,200-meter run with a time of 9:42.84. Additionally, she excelled at the New Balance Nationals, winning first place in the 1- and 2-mile runs with impressive meet-record times of 4:35.02 and 9:37.15, respectively.
The resolution acknowledges Zang's dedication and leadership, which serve as a source of pride for her family, teammates, coach, school, and community. The members of the House express their admiration for her commitment to excellence and recognize the valuable life skills she has gained through her athletic endeavors. In conclusion, the resolution congratulates Katy Zang on her remarkable season and wishes her continued success in the future, with a copy of the resolution to be transmitted to her as a formal acknowledgment of her achievements.