WHEREAS it is the intention of the Mayor and Council of Cherry Hill Township to focus attention on noteworthy occasions and individuals; and

WHEREAS  tonight, the Mayor and Council wish to recognize and congratulate the Cherry Hill East Varsity Ice Hockey Team on their 2017-18 season in the South Jersey High School Hockey League; and

WHEREAS the Cherry Hill East Cougars secured the South Jersey High School Hockey League Tier 2A Championship crown, capping the season with a 7-1 victory over Holy Lenape Valley; and

WHEREAS the hard work, dedication, sportsmanship, talent and exceptional team chemistry of the Cherry Hill East Varsity Ice Hockey Team enabled these athletes to earn the program’s second consecutive Championship title; and

WHEREAS their success is a testament to the collaborative spirit and commitment of  the entire Cherry Hill East Varsity Ice Hockey family, which includes the players, coaches, parents, and Board Members; and

WHEREAS the Mayor and Council of Cherry Hill Township are proud to honor each of the players on this year’s roster, and give special thanks to the team’s coaches for their work with and commitment to these young men, as well as their continued support of youth activities in the Cherry Hill community; and

NOW, THEREFORE, I, CHUCK CAHN, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Mayor of the Township of Cherry Hill, County of Camden, State of New Jersey, do hereby formally congratulate

the 2017-18 Cherry Hill East Varsity Ice Hockey Team

in the Township of Cherry Hill and do urge all citizens to join with me and Council in congratulating the players, coaches, parents and league leadership, on their Championship season, and in wishing them continued success in their upcoming season.