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LA HR216
Resolution
Status
5/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dixon McMakin
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AI Summary
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Louisiana House of Representatives commends Coach Bob Starkey for his contributions to women's basketball and requests the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame Committee consider him for induction
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Served as assistant coach under LSU men's Head Coach Dale Brown from 1990-1996, helping develop players including Shaquille O'Neal, Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, and Stanley Roberts
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During first stint with LSU women's team (1998-2011), helped guide the Tigers to four SEC Championships, twelve consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances, and five consecutive Women's Final Four trips
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Coached future professional players Seimone Augustus and Sylvia Fowles at LSU; also coached nine seasons at Texas A&M and one season at Auburn
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Returned to LSU as top assistant under Head Coach Kim Mulkey and played major role in helping the Tigers win their first national championship in program history
Legislative Description
Commends Coach Bob Starkey for his contributions to women's basketball and requests the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame Committee to consider his induction into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
ATHLETICS
Last Action
Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
5/28/2025