MS SC555

Commends and congratulates the Stone County High School "Lady Cats" soccer team for winning the Girls 4A State Soccer Championship on February 5, 2022, held in Brandon, marking the school's first state title in soccer history.

Recognizes Head Coach Carissa Harrison and Assistant Coach Keith Kennedy for their leadership in preparing the team, noting the team overcame COVID-19 challenges and defeated larger 5A and 6A programs to reach the championship.

Highlights championship game performance where Stone defeated New Albany 4-0, with Morgan Pickering earning Most Valuable Player honors and Caroline Batson named Team Scholar Athlete.

Notes that players Lainey Cunningham and Kendall Burn became the first athletes in Stone High School history to win state championships in multiple sports by combining this soccer title with a previous tennis state title.

Lists the complete 24-member roster and coaching staff, directing the resolution be presented to Coach Harrison, Principal Adam Stone, and the Stone County Board of Education.