This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 94) passed by the Mississippi Senate to commend the Tupelo High School Lady Wave Girls Basketball Team and Head Coach Matt Justice for winning their second consecutive MHSAA Class 7A State Championship on February 27, 2025. It formally recognizes their victory over Starkville in overtime, their comeback from significant deficits in both the championship and semifinal games, and their first back-to-back state title in program history. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely expresses Senate support and will be presented to the team, coaches, and school leadership.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 85) that formally commends the Biggersville High School Lady Lions Girls Basketball Team and Head Coach Cliff Little for winning the MHSAA Class 1A State Championship on February 28, 2025. It specifically recognizes their 28-5 record, key players like Sadiya Hill (24 points) and Jaylee Stafford (19 points, 11 rebounds), and Coach Little's seventh state championship overall. The resolution directs the Senate to present the commendation to Coach Little, Biggersville Principal Pete Seago, and the Alcorn County Board of Education. As a purely symbolic measure with no policy changes, it serves to honor the team's achievement.
This resolution (SR 95) is a ceremonial expression of commendation, not a policy bill. It formally congratulates the Bay High Lady Tigers Girls Soccer Team and Coach Grant Adam for winning their first Class 4A State Championship in 2025. The resolution recognizes their victory over West Lauderdale (2-1) and their season turnaround from a six-game losing streak to eight consecutive wins. It has no binding effect or policy changes; it simply serves to honor the team's achievement through a formal Senate resolution.
SR 83 is a ceremonial resolution commending Germantown High School's boys basketball team and head coach Chris Love for winning their first MHSAA Class 7A State Championship. It specifically recognizes their historic first winning season (29-5 record), first state tournament appearance, and championship victory over Madison Central (69-52), including the contributions of players like Mike Williams. The resolution, adopted by the Mississippi Senate on March 13, 2025, formally congratulates the team, coaches, and community without creating any new laws or policies. As a non-binding resolution, it has no direct effect on legislation or funding but serves to honor the team's achievement.
This resolution (SR 89) is a ceremonial commendation for the Pontotoc High School Lady Warriors girls basketball team and head coach Kyle Heard, recognizing their victory in the 2025 MHSAA Class 5A State Championship. It does not create any new laws or affect any policies; it is purely an expression of honor and pride from the Mississippi Senate. The resolution formally congratulates the team, coaches, and community following their championship win (41-39 over Canton on February 28, 2025), and directs copies to the team, school principal, and school board. No individuals or entities are directly impacted by this resolution beyond receiving the formal recognition.
This resolution (SR 92) formally commends the Bay High Tigers Boys Soccer Team and Head Coach Colby Adam for winning the Class 4A State Championship in the 2024-2025 season. It specifically recognizes their 2-0 championship victory over New Albany, their 12-game win streak, and their 15-game playoff win streak. The resolution directs that it be presented to Coach Adam, the school principal, and the Hancock County Board of Education. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact or legal effect - it simply offers official recognition for the team's athletic achievement.
This resolution (SR 90) is a ceremonial Senate commendation for the Pearl River Central High School Blue Devil Cheerleading Team, Coach Liz Smith, and Assistant Coach Tasha Morris. It formally recognizes their achievement as 2024 and 2025 UCA National High School Cheerleading Champions in the Varsity Coed Nontumbling Division 2 Game Day category. The resolution has no policy impact or binding effect - it solely offers formal recognition of their championship title and athletic excellence.
This resolution (SR 77) formally commends the Canton High School Tigers Boys Basketball Team and Head Coach BJ Townsend for winning back-to-back MHSAA Class 5A State Championships in 2024-2025. It directly honors the team, coaches, and school staff for their achievement, recognizing their championship wins and community impact. The resolution contains no policy changes or funding; it is purely a ceremonial expression of recognition. It was adopted by the Mississippi Senate on March 13, 2025, and will be presented to the coach and school officials.
This resolution (SR 80) formally commends Lamont Davis, a Maritime Multi-Craft Instructor at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (MGCCC), for being selected as "Instructor of the Year" by the college's Alumni Association. The Senate resolution recognizes Davis's teaching excellence, college service, community involvement, and professional background, including his prior roles in the U.S. Navy and as a mechanic. It has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents, as it is purely ceremonial. The resolution was adopted by the Mississippi Senate on March 13, 2025.
This resolution (SR 79) formally honors Fire Chief John B. Pope III for serving 12 years as president of the Mississippi Firefighter's Association - the longest tenure of any elected president in the association's 101-year history. It recognizes his leadership in growing membership, increasing conference attendance, and strengthening the association's financial stability during his service from 2012 to 2024. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative appreciation for his service to Mississippi firefighters and the state.
This resolution (SR 75) is a ceremonial commendation by the Mississippi Senate honoring the Brandon High School Bulldog Cheerleading Team and Head Coach Amber King for winning their sixth National Cheerleading Association (NCA) Grand National Championship. It specifically recognizes their historic achievement as the first team in 75 years to win back-to-back Grand Championships, along with their additional titles in other categories. The resolution has no policy provisions or financial impact; it serves solely to publicly recognize the team's athletic success and dedication.
This resolution (SR 78) formally commends the Callaway High School Lady Chargers girls basketball team and their coaches, Ashil Sutton and Deyano Martin, for winning the 2025 MHSAA Class 6A championship. It specifically recognizes their victory over West Jones (51-46) on March 1, 2025, marking Jackson Public Schools' first basketball title since 2021. The resolution has no policy or financial impact; it is purely ceremonial, expressing legislative support through words of praise and directing the resolution to the team, school principal, and school board.
