MS SC525

Commends the University of Mississippi "Rebels" baseball team and head coach Mike Bianco for winning the 2018 SEC Tournament Championship on May 27, 2018, defeating Louisiana State University 9-1.

Recognizes one of the best seasons in program history, including 48 wins (tied for most in program history), a .300 team batting average (first since 2009), and a .978 fielding percentage (best in program history).

Highlights individual achievements including Nick Fortes earning SEC Tournament "Most Valuable Player," Ryan Rolison being selected 22nd overall in the 2018 MLB Draft, and Jordan Fowler being named a Freshman All-American.

Lists the complete 2018 roster of 31 players, head coach Mike Bianco, assistant coaches, athletic trainers, and student managers.

Directs that the resolution be presented to Head Coach Mike Bianco and forwarded to the Chancellor and Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning.