RESOLUTION NO. 250612
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Sponsor: Councilmember Nathan Willett
RESOLUTION - Honoring David Gleason for his state and national wrestling accomplishments.
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WHEREAS, David Gleason has distinguished himself as an exemplary student-athlete at Staley High School, demonstrating remarkable dedication, perseverance, and achievement both on the wrestling mat and in the classroom; and
WHEREAS, David’s contributions to the 2025 Staley High School Wrestling Team have been significant, earning him the Leadership Award, Polaris Award, Most Pins, and recognition as an Academic Letter Winner with a remarkable cumulative GPA of 4.123; and
WHEREAS, his impressive high school wrestling career includes: Becoming a three-time MSHSAA State Medalist (3rd place at 132 lbs in 2022, State Champion at 114 lbs in 2024, and going undefeated at 44-0 to win the 2025 State Championship), achieving over 100 career victories, being named 2025 Class 4 District 4 Wrestler of the Year, and earning a spot on the MO/KAN Metro All-Star Wrestling Classic Dual team; and
WHEREAS, on the national level, David is a three-time Fargo All-American, including: 2023 United States Marine Corps 16U Freestyle Runner-Up (138 lbs), 2023 United States Marine Corps 16U Greco 3rd place (138 lbs), 2025 United States Marine Corps Junior Freestyle National Champion (157 lbs), recognized as the 2025 WIN Wrestling Insider Magazine Missouri Wrestler of the Year and is currently ranked 10th in the nation at 157 lbs; and
WHEREAS, David’s success is also a testament to the guidance and support provided by his coaches at Youth Club Team Central, including Coaches D.L. Gleason, Dustin Gleason, Bryan Elam, Dave Marrah, and Brent Taney along with the Staley High School Wrestling Coaching Staff, and University of Missouri coaching staff who have all played a vital role in his growth as an athlete and individual; and
WHEREAS, David has committed to furthering his academic and athletic career as a wrestler at the prestigious University of Missouri in Columbia, under the guidance of Coach Brian Smith, and the esteemed Mizzou coaching staff; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:
That the Mayor and Council honor David Gleason for his state and national wrestling accomplishments; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution by spread upon the Minutes of the Council in testimony thereof and that a copy hereof be presented to David Gleason and is recognized by the Mayor and Council for his outstanding achievements, leadership, and unwavering commitment to excellence and hoping his legacy at Staley High School and in Missouri wrestling will serve as an inspiration for future generations.
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