This Senate Resolution formally commends the Ole Miss Women's Rifle Team and Coach Will Shaner for winning the program's first-ever NCAA team title in the smallbore event. It also recognizes team member Audrey Gogniat for defending her individual air rifle national championship. The resolution acknowledges the team's historic achievements at the 2026 NCAA Tournament, including multiple podium finishes and individual high scores. This document serves as an official gesture of appreciation from the Mississippi State Legislature to the athletes and coaching staff for their accomplishments.
This Senate Resolution commends the Northwest Mississippi Community College Dance Team for winning the 2026 national championship in the Open Hip-Hop division at the Universal Dance Association College Nationals. The resolution recognizes the team's achievement of a three-peat title, their third-place finish in the Open Game Day Dance division, and the dedication of the student-athletes and coaching staff. It directs that the resolution be presented to the team's head coach and college president, forwarded to the college's Board of Trustees, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.
This Senate Resolution commends the Raleigh High School Lions football team and Head Coach Ryan Higdon for winning the MHSAA Class 3A State Championship. The resolution formally recognizes the team's 12-6 victory over Noxubee County and honors the players, coaches, and support staff who contributed to their success. It directs that the resolution be presented to the head coach and school principal, forwarded to the Smith County Board of Education, and made available to the press. This is a ceremonial document that acknowledges athletic achievement rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This resolution formally congratulates the 2025 West Union Eagles baseball team and their coach Ashley Russell for winning their first-ever Mississippi High School Athletic Association Class 1A state championship. The document recognizes the team's performance during the May 2025 season, including their victory over Taylorsville and individual achievements like Grant Martin being named series MVP. The resolution directs that this commendation be presented to the coach and school principal, forwarded to the local school board, and shared with the press corps. It serves as an official acknowledgment of the team's accomplishments rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This Senate resolution honors the Simpson County Academy Cougars Boys Cross-Country Team and their coach, Angel Overstreet, for winning back-to-back state championships in 2025. The bill formally recognizes the team's undefeated season, their top-25 state ranking, and their performance in the MAIS 4A Division 1 competition. It directs the resolution to be presented to Coach Overstreet and the school administration, with a copy available to the Capitol Press Corps. This is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a law that changes policy or regulations.
This Senate resolution formally commends the 2026 Ingomar Attendance Center Lady Falcons basketball team and Head Coach Trent Adair for winning their fourth consecutive Mississippi High School Class 1A State Championship. The bill recognizes the team's historic achievement of securing 15 state titles, the most in Mississippi high school girls' basketball history, and lists the roster members and coaching staff who contributed to the victory. The resolution directs that the document be presented to the head coach and school principal, then forwarded to the Union County Board of Education and made available to the Capitol Press Corps. This measure serves as an official acknowledgment of the team's accomplishments rather than a policy change or funding request.
This Senate Resolution commends the East Rankin Academy Patriots Boys Soccer Team and Head Coach Reid Westover for winning back-to-back MAIS Division III State Championships in 2025 and 2026. The resolution formally recognizes the team's achievements, including the 2026 victory where eighth-grader Noah Craig scored the game-winning goal, and highlights Coach Westover's leadership in building the program into a state-championship-winning team. The document lists the team roster and directs the resolution to be presented to the head coach and school administration while making it available to the Capitol Press Corps.
This Senate Resolution commends Patrick Wilcher, a mathematics instructor and department chair at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College's Perkinston Campus, for receiving the "Instructor of the Year" award. The resolution formally recognizes his distinguished service and teaching excellence, which was selected through nominations from students, faculty, and administrators based on his performance in teaching, college service, community service, and professional development. The document directs that the resolution be presented to Mr. Wilcher, forwarded to the college president, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.
This Senate Resolution commends the Ingomar Attendance Center Lady Falcons Girls Volleyball Team and Head Coach Andy Wilbanks for winning the 2025 Class 1A state championship. The resolution recognizes the team's undefeated regular season performance and their playoff victory over Ethel, noting their 16-match winning streak. It formally acknowledges the student-athletes and coaching staff for bringing honor to their school and community. The resolution will be presented to the head coach, school principal, and local education board, with a copy made available to the press.
This Senate Resolution commends and congratulates the Brookhaven Academy Lady Cougars girls fast-pitch softball team and Coach Lisa Covington for winning the 2026 MAIS 4A-D3 state championship. The resolution recognizes the team's 7-0 victory over rival Silliman, highlighting standout performances by players like Madelynn Lambert and celebrating the achievements of six seniors playing their final season. The document serves as a formal acknowledgment of the team's success and honors their contributions to their school and community.
This Senate Resolution commends the Northwest Mississippi Community College Rangers football team and head coach Benjy Parker for winning the 2025 MACCC Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's 10-2 season record, national rankings, and defensive achievements during the 2025 season. It is a ceremonial acknowledgment that does not change laws or policies but serves to honor the team's accomplishments. The resolution will be presented to Coach Parker and forwarded to the college's Board of Trustees.
This bill is a House resolution that formally commends and congratulates the Wayne Academy Lady Jaguars softball team and head coach Dusty Hillman for winning the 2025 MAIS Class 3A Division II State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team's historic achievement as their first state title, highlighting their comeback from an early-season losing streak to secure a 2-1 series victory over Bowling Green School of Louisiana. This document serves as an official acknowledgment of the team's accomplishments and is intended to be shared with the coach, school administration, and local media. The resolution contains no new laws or policy changes, functioning solely as a ceremonial recognition of athletic success.
