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MS HC55
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/5/2015
Primary Sponsor
William Arnold
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AI Summary
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Commends Coach Ricky Ford of Northeast Mississippi Community College for his induction into the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.
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Ford compiled a 588-226 record over 30 seasons as head coach of the Lady Tigers, making him the ninth winningest coach in NJCAA history with only five losing seasons after taking over in 1981.
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Led the Lady Tigers to a perfect 1986-1987 season and national championship, earning NJCAA Coach of the Year honors, plus 15 MACJC North Division titles, nine MACJC state tournament championships, and three NJCAA Region 23 tournament crowns.
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Ford holds degrees from Mississippi State University and the University of Mississippi and currently serves as executive vice president at Northeast Mississippi Community College.
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Directs copies of the resolution be furnished to Coach Ford, Northeast Mississippi Community College, and the Capitol Press Corps.
Legislative Description
Ricky Ford; commend upon induction into NJCAA Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
3/5/2015