Pittsburgh City Council adopted a resolution to congratulate the Obama Academy of International Studies Wrestling Team for winning their third consecutive District 8 Team Tournament championship during the 2025-2026 season. Head Coach Clifford Curtis, five assistant coaches, and 25 student team members were recognized for their 9-6 overall record and a 100% scholarship rate.

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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby congratulate the Obama Academy of International Studies Wrestling Team for their remarkable achievements.

Topic: Proclamations
Money: none named
Who it affects: Obama Academy wrestling team and coaches
Sponsors: All Members , Khari Mosley

Where: Obama Academy of International Studies.

obama academy wrestling sports district 8 high school

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Jun 9, 2026
City Council
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WHEREAS, the Obama Academy of International Studies Wrestling Team, has demonstrated exceptional dedication, teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the 2025-2026 season. Their achievements include a 9-6 (4-0) overall record, undefeated District 8 team 3 years in a row, 3 time - District 8 Team Tournament Champions, as well as, District 8 Individual Wrestling Tournament Champions - 4 times in a row; and

WHEREAS, Head Coach Clifford Curtis (District 8 Coach Year for the 3rd year in a row) and Assistant Coaches Lonnie Askew, Josh Morris, Andy Rummel, Harvey Cole III and Adisa Branch, inspired this gifted team by teaching the importance of dedication, strength, sportsmanship and commitment; and

WHEREAS, the team's 2025-2026 roster made up of exceptional students (Seniors) - Mikel Jordan, Isaac Werner, Charles Bottoms, Jamair Burton, Shawn Scott, Nahayo Clavel, Jayden Mahon, (Juniors) -David Feroni, Izanir Harris, Aaron Margolis, Chahaya Fuadin, Ubbaldo Martinez, Joshua Chung, Daniel Cabiness, Sabeel Colins, Davon Withrow, (Sophomores) - Kion Broadus, Shannon Jackson, Lamar Horne, (Freshmen) - Bassam Knaineh, Christian Tarrant & Fred Davis - all exemplify  strength, leadership, resilience and unity; and 

WHEREAS, the hard work and diligence of Team Captains Charles Bottoms (D8 Individual Champ), Nahavo Clavel, Mikel Jordan (D8 Individual Champ & Sports Illustrated Athlete to Watch), Shawn Scott (D8 Individual Champ) & Isaac Werner helped the Obama Wrestling Team to be featured in an article by Sports Illustrated and a 100% scholarship rate for the fifth year in a row; and

WHEREAS, through rigorous training & a commitment to excellence, the Obama Academy of International Studies Wrestling Team has risen to meet every challenge, culminating in an historic & unforgettable season. This team continues to empower its students to break barriers and strive for greatness, proving that through discipline and character, our youth can reach the pinnacle of success; and

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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby congratulate the Obama Academy of International Studies Wrestling Team for their remarkable achievements.

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