CITY OF FRESNO
Office of Councilmember Mike Karbassi
WHEREAS, Central High School made history by completing its first season as its own standalone Swim & Dive program, marking an important milestone in the continued growth of Central High Aquatics; and
WHEREAS, in this inaugural season, the Central High Boys Swim & Dive team achieved an extraordinary accomplishment by capturing the 2026 North Yosemite League Championship with an undefeated league record; and
WHEREAS, this championship represents the first league title in school history for Central High Swim & Dive, setting a new standard of excellence for the program; and
WHEREAS, the team demonstrated exceptional talent and depth by earning 26 total medals at League Finals , showcasing outstanding performances in individual swimming events, relays, and diving; and
WHEREAS, athlete Leonardo Hernandez broke the Central High School 11-dive record with a remarkable score of 326.05 at the Clovis West Dive Invite #2, a performance recognized as one of the most significant diving achievements in Central High aquatics history; and
WHEREAS, Central High’s success extended beyond league competition, with multiple athletes qualifying for CIF Division II Section Finals in individual swim events, relays, and diving; and
WHEREAS, CIF qualifiers included Grant Newton, Christian Lovato, Brian Easter, Evan Sanchez, Israel Fuentes, Lucius Turna, Lorenzo Santos, and Leonardo Hernandez , each representing Central High with pride and competitive excellence; and
WHEREAS, through hard work, perseverance, and commitment, Central High Swim & Dive has established a strong foundation for the future of the program and contributed to the continued success of Central High Aquatics; and
WHEREAS, this historic season brought immense pride to Central High School , the Central Unified School District , and the greater Fresno community .
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that we, Mayor Jerry Dyer and the Fresno City Council, hereby proclaim:
“Central High School Swim and Dive Team Day”
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hands and
affixed the seal of the City of Fresno, California, this 4 th
day of June 2026.
_____________________________________________ __________________________________________ JERRY DYER, Honorable Mayor MIKE KARBASSI, Councilmember District 2
_____________________________________________ __________________________________________ NELSON ESPARZA, Council President TYLER MAXWELL, Council Vice President
_____________________________________________ __________________________________________ ANNALISA PEREA, Councilmember District 1 MIGUEL ARIAS, Councilmember District 3
_____________________________________________ __________________________________________ BRANDON VANG, Councilmember District 5 NICK RICHARDSON, Councilmember District 7