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MS SC596
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Jim Hill High School Boys Basketball Team won the MHSAA Class 6A State Championship on March 3, 2012, defeating Tupelo 76-74 in overtime
- Senior guard Fred Thomas, named MVP, scored 24 points including a decisive 3-pointer with 17 seconds remaining; Ben Seales added 17 points
- Championship marked Jim Hill's first state title since 1963 and completed a "Gold Ball Trifecta" for Jackson Public Schools with three state championships in eight hours
- Head Coach Stan Speech dedicated the trophy to former coach Fred Harris, who spent 20 years attempting to bring a championship to Jim Hill before passing away in 2009
- Resolution commends and congratulates the team, coaches, parents and sponsors, with the resolution to be presented to Coach Speech and Principal Bobby D. Brown
Legislative Description
Commend Jim Hill High School "Tigers" Boys Basketball Team for an exciting MHSAA Class 6A State Championship.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
3/22/2012
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