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MS HR32

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/20/2013

Primary Sponsor

Linda Coleman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commends Coach Sank Powe, Jr., who passed away on January 20, 2013, for his 25-year tenure as Head Baseball Coach at Cleveland High School and his work as a teacher, assistant football coach, and head softball coach
  • Honors his legacy of leadership, education, and mentorship, including his creation of the Coach Powe Community Foundation and coordination of the Cleveland School District Mentor Program
  • Recognizes his historic appointment in 1970 to Cleveland High School, an all-white school during a time of racial tension, and his perseverance in earning respect from players and the community despite criticism
  • Acknowledges his professional baseball experience as an all-conference catcher at Jackson State University and as a Major League Baseball Scout for the Cincinnati Reds organization
  • Expresses the House of Representatives' deepest sympathy to his daughters, Calandra and Veronika, and directs copies of the resolution be provided to his family and the Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Coach Sank Powe, Jr.; commend life and legacy and expressing sympathy.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

2/20/2013

Committee Referrals

Rules2/18/2013

Full Bill Text

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