Bill Text: GA SR537 | 2011-2012 | Regular Session | Enrolled

Georgia Senate Resolution 537 (Prior Session Legislation)

Enrolled

Bill Title: Columbia High School Eagles Basketball Team; recognize

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2011-04-11 - Senate Read and Adopted [SR537 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2011-SR537-Enrolled.html

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Senate Resolution 537

By: Senator Ramsey, Sr. of the 43rd

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending the Columbia High School Eagles basketball team for capturing their second consecutive Class AAA State Championship; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the Columbia High School Eagles basketball team earned their fourth state title in six years with their victorious 56-37 performance over Butler High School at the 2011 Class AAA State Championship; and

WHEREAS, this amazing team was ranked #35 in the nation by ESPN The Magazine and won the Arby's Classic Christmas Tournament; and

WHEREAS, through selfless effort, teamwork, and a strong determination, the Eagles have proven they are a force to be reckoned with; and

WHEREAS, the phenomenal performance of the team is a clear indication of their tremendous offensive and dynamic defensive talents and the excellent athletic ability, the dedication and hard work, and the unity of purpose and spirit of each member of the team; and

WHEREAS, the team was led by the astute direction of Head Coach Dr. Phil McCrary; Assistant Coaches Wallace Corker, Julian Houston, Mario Lemons, and Clint McCrary; Statistician Fareed Rasheed; and Team Managers Constance McCrary and Cynthia Prather; and

WHEREAS, this all-star team included stellar athletes dedicated to bringing a state title home to Columbia High School: Shamoi Allen, Stephon Allen, Jordan Anderson, Kiair Crouch, Chris Daniels, Javonte Davenport, Damien Goodwine, Chris Horton, Algie Key III, Nate Mason, Jade Mclendon, Jabari Menefee, Jarmal Reid, Tahj Shamsid-Deen, Greg Smith, and Jhaustin Thomas; and

WHEREAS, as this magnificent team earned its well-deserved reputation for excellence by performing with courage and precision over months of training and competition, it is abundantly proper to call them champions.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body congratulate the Columbia High School Eagles basketball team for winning the 2011 Class AAA State Championship.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the principal of Columbia High School, Mr. Uras Agree.