09 LC 94
1147
House
Resolution 709
By:
Representative Glanton of the
76th
A
RESOLUTION
Congratulating
the Jonesboro High School Lady Cardinals basketball team on placing second in
the 2009 Class AAAA State Championship; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
the Lady Cardinals completed an incredible 30-2 season with the school's first
trip to the Final Four of the state basketball tournament played in the Arena at
Gwinnett Center; and
WHEREAS,
the team went into the championship game on an astonishing 29-game winning
streak and was close to clinching the title during their heartfelt and
aggressive gameplay against the Lady Tigers of Fayette County, falling short
with a final score of 43-41; and
WHEREAS,
the Lady Cardinals demonstrated talent, dedication, and impressive athletic
ability, earning them the Region 4-AAAA championship title and a number three
ranking with Gasports.com Coaches Poll; 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 Jimmy Fields, Jr.; Assistant Coaches
Chris Bryant, Leon Samuels, and George Cummings; and Manager Ganetta Reeves;
and
WHEREAS,
the 2008-2009 Jonesboro High School Lady Cardinals basketball team was composed
of talented athletes Kierra Dennis, Joi Holyfield, Drameka Griggs, Chanee Key,
Jasmine Manning, Sharmesia Smith, Kayla Dowdell, Jennifer Evans, LaQuinta
Gallishaw, Lashaunda Reese, Angenay Williams, and Tyishia Richardson;
and
WHEREAS,
as this magnificent team earned its well-deserved reputation for excellence by
performing with courage and precision over months of training and competition,
it is abundantly proper that they be appropriately
recognized.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body congratulate the Jonesboro High School Lady Cardinals basketball team on their excellent 2008-2009 season and extend their sincerest best wishes for future success.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body congratulate the Jonesboro High School Lady Cardinals basketball team on their excellent 2008-2009 season and extend their sincerest best wishes for future success.
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 Coach Jimmy
Fields, Jr.