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MS HR85

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/8/2016

Primary Sponsor

Robert Huddleston

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • West Tallahatchie High School boys basketball team completed a 34-0 undefeated season and won the Class 2A MHSAA State Championship on March 11, 2016, defeating Coahoma Agricultural High School 52-43.

  • Team achieved the first undefeated regular season (27-0) in Tallahatchie County history and the first 34-0 season in Mississippi in 31 years.

  • Choctaws trailed for nearly three quarters in the championship game but executed a 16-0 run in the fourth quarter to secure the victory.

  • Roster of 16 players was led by Head Coach Bernard Berryhill and Assistant Coach Timothy Abram; team earned Scholar Athlete Team Award with overall GPA above 3.0.

  • House of Representatives commends and congratulates the team for bringing honor to their school, community, and the State of Mississippi.

Legislative Description

West Tallahatchie High School Choctaws Boys Basketball Team; commend and congratulate on winning the Class 2A State Championship.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

4/8/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules3/31/2016

Full Bill Text

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