SJR9 Summary

• Commends Coach Nick Saban on his retirement after a five-decade coaching career, including head coaching positions at the University of Toledo, Michigan State, LSU, Miami Dolphins, and the University of Alabama.

• Recognizes Saban's unprecedented achievements at Alabama: 15 consecutive seasons ranked No. 1 in AP Poll, 206 wins with the Crimson Tide, 7 national championships (6 at Alabama), and only coach to win 11 SEC Championships outright.

• Highlights Saban's production of four Heisman Trophy winners, 49 NFL first-round draft picks, and 66 All-America honors among Alabama players, plus 80.6% career win percentage and 297 total wins.

• Acknowledges Saban's community leadership and charitable contributions, including over $1 million to University of Alabama scholarship programs, Nick's Kids Foundation donations exceeding $12 million to 150+ charities, and support for the Saban Center STEM Discovery facility in Tuscaloosa.

• Directs presentation of the resolution to Coach Nick Saban and the University of Alabama as demonstration of the legislature's gratitude and respect for his accomplishments.