MS SC602

Recognizes the Hollandale-Simmons High School "Blue Devils" football team and Head Coach Tavares Johnson for winning the 2016 MHSAA Class 1A State Championship, their second consecutive title.

Acknowledges the team's 25-game winning streak and perfect 13-0 season, with the championship game victory over Lumberton (30-26) on December 2, 2016.

Notes standout player performance including Marquez Pam's 1,875+ rushing yards and 30+ touchdowns, and Demarrius Turner's 824 rushing yards and nine touchdowns during the 2016 season.

Recognizes the team's defensive performance, allowing only 8.1 points per game, and their 98-0 victory in the first-round playoff game against Faulkner.

Extends congratulations to the team, coaches, administrators, parents, and sponsors, and directs that the resolution be presented to the school's superintendent and board of trustees.