MS SC507

Recognizes Jackson State University "Tigers" football team for winning the 2022 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Championship, their second consecutive title and first back-to-back championships since 1995-1996.

Commends Head Coach Deion Sanders (named SWAC Coach of the Year for second consecutive year) and the coaching staff for their leadership and success in building a championship program.

Notes the team's exceptional 12-0 regular season record, 8-0 conference play, 43-24 victory over Southern University on December 3, 2022, and bowl appearance in the Cricket Celebration Bowl.

Highlights the academic achievements of JSU student-athletes, including a 90% Graduation Success Rate (highest in SWAC), over 150 athletes with 3.0+ GPA, and 28 football graduates in Fall 2022.

Recognizes Jackson State University's commitment to diversity and inclusion in its mission to empower students from diverse backgrounds through collaborative learning and engagement.