Presented by Ms. Carlisle
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Whereas the Twerps Football Team of Garfield, after defeating Wilkinsburg 13-0 at Cupples Stadium won their second championship, finishing the season with an outstanding record of 11-1; and
Whereas, the 2005 season began July 11th. In order to win the championship the Twerps played Wilkinsburg, Kingsley Center, Lincoln and Lemington, Clairton and the Hill District Football teams.; and
Whereas, the Twerps Football Team ages range from six through eight, is one of four divisions in the Allegheny County Midget Football League. The other football teams associated with the League are the Baby Twerps, ages five through eight, the Termites, ages nine and ten, Mighty Mights, ages eleven and twelve and the Midgets, ages thirteen and fourteen; and
Whereas, the Twerps Football team was founded in 1994 by a group of concerned parents and individuals who felt a strong desire to keep the children in the community involved in after school curriculum activities. The coaching staff; Kenny, Steve, Sam, Lamar, Julio, Shawn, Joe and Kevin has unselfishly dedicated their time and efforts to keep these young athletes motivated and discipline.
Whereas, the Twerps Football Team is funded through grants and donations and provide their own transportation to every game.
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh recognize and congratulate the Twerps Football Team and the coaches for their awesome performance and wish them the very best in their future endeavors.