08 LC 95
1026
Senate
Resolution 1312
By:
Senator Butler of the 55th
A
RESOLUTION
Commending
the Stephenson High School Lady Jaguars basketball team on winning the GHSA
girls AAAAA state championship; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
in the final game of the Class AAAAA state championship, the Stephenson Lady
Jaguars dominated and defeated Redan by the score of 58 to 43, capturing the
state girls basketball title for a second time in five years; and
WHEREAS,
the Stephenson High School Lady Jaguars basketball team has proven itself to be
one of the greatest basketball programs in Georgia High School Association
history with an overall record of 223-67 wins; and
WHEREAS,
the hard work, determination, and competitive spirit of the exceptional Jaguars
girls basketball team contributed to the success of the Stephenson High School
team and helped them to realize a dream not only for themselves but for their
school and many fans and their great achievements will influence their personal
growth and offer them memories they will cherish for a lifetime;
and
WHEREAS,
these players have benefitted greatly from the expert training, dedication, and
encouragement provided by the amazing Head Coach Dennis C. Watkins, Jr., the
school's outstanding faculty, their many dedicated fans, and their loving family
members; and
WHEREAS,
this talented and well-coached team displayed the qualities of excellence
through its players: Charmaine Ross, Yasheeka Jones, Marissa Lewis, Kayla
Atkins, Keniqua Wyche, Schyanne Halfkenny, Shelia Bradley, Kiristen Robinson,
Taylor Turnbow, Rudie Denson, Jheanell Stephenson, Jylisa Williams, Prittany
White, Arielle Walton, Hidaayah Williams, and Bria Benton; and
WHEREAS,
the DeKalb community as well as the State of Georgia take great pride in the
accomplishments of these fine young champions and it is abundantly fitting and
proper that this body recognize this extraordinary team.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize
and commend the Stephenson High School Lady Jaguars basketball team on winning
the Class AAAAA state championship and extend to the team members and their
coaches best wishes for continued success in life on and off the
court.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is hereby authorized and
directed to transmit an appropriate copies of this resolution to Head Coach
Dennis Watkins.