07 LC 96
2629
House
Resolution 633
By:
Representative Freeman of the
140th
A
RESOLUTION
Congratulating
the 2006-2007 Wilkinson County High School Warriors boys basketball team on
winning the Class A State Championship; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
through perseverance and iron determination, the Wilkinson County High School
Warriors boys basketball team has completed another spectacular season, posting
an amazing final record of 32-1; and
WHEREAS,
Wilkinson defeated two nationally ranked teams at a tournament in Illinois,
soared through the state playoffs, and captured the Class A State Championship
with a 79-75 overtime victory over Whitefield Academy, a fitting finale to their
remarkable 2006-2007 campaign; and
WHEREAS,
since 1999, the Warriors have won three Class A state titles, one Class AA
title, and finished in the final four twice; and
WHEREAS,
the phenomenal performance of the team is a clear indication of the outstanding
athletic ability, the dedication and hard work, and the unity of purpose and
spirit of each member of the team; their superb offensive and defensive talents;
and the astute direction of Head Coach Dr. Aaron Geter; and
WHEREAS,
the Wilkinson County High School basketball program has become a sensation
throughout the community, and it has the full support of the school's staff,
boasting an attendance of approximately 3,500 for each of the final two games of
2007; and
WHEREAS,
as this magnificent team earned its well-deserved reputation for excellence by
performing with courage and precision over months of pain and hard work, it is
fitting and proper to call them champions.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body commend the Wilkinson County High School Warriors boys basketball team
for its unparalleled achievements and extend their sincerest best wishes for the
future.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Head Coach
Dr. Aaron
Geter.