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MS SC619

Concurrent Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/20/2015

Primary Sponsor

Sollie Norwood

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes William C. "W.C." Gorden's induction into the Black College Football Hall of Fame for his legendary coaching career at Jackson State University from 1976-1991
  • Gorden compiled a 119-48-5 record at Jackson State (71.9% win rate), leading his teams to eight SWAC titles and nine NCAA playoff appearances
  • Named SWAC Coach of the Year six times and coached 32 players who went on to play professional football, 29 of whom were drafted by NFL teams
  • Led Jackson State to 28 consecutive SWAC victories from 1985-1989 and won eight or more games in 13 of his 15 seasons as head coach
  • Extensive community service record includes memberships and leadership roles with Boy Scouts of America, Phi Delta Kappa, Jackson City Planning Board, and numerous other civic organizations

Legislative Description

Commend "W.C." Gorden for induction into the Black College Football Hall of Fame.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/23/2015

Committee Referrals

Rules3/11/2015

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