MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE

1998 Regular Session

To: Rules

By: Representative Smith (35th)

House Concurrent Resolution 102

(As Adopted by House and Senate)

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING THE WEIR HIGH SCHOOL LIONS FOOTBALL TEAM FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING 1997-1998 SEASON AND FOR WINNING THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP. 

WHEREAS, the Weir High School Lions Football Team finished the 1997-1998 season with an outstanding record of 15 wins and zero losses; and

WHEREAS, the Lions did very well in the state playoffs this year, winning the Division 4, Class 1-A Championship, the North State Championship and the State Championship; and

WHEREAS, the Lions have been superbly coached and inspired by Head Coach Joe Gant and Assistant Coaches Junior Graham, Chad White, Chris McRae, Dale Reid and Scott Walters, who have broadened the players' knowledge of the game and refined their skills in execution; and

WHEREAS, the Lions have developed a winning and cooperative spirit and a high degree of sportsmanship, and their activities and attitude reflect great credit upon the individual players and their coaches and bring honor to Weir High School; and

WHEREAS, it is the policy of this Legislature to recognize and commend excellence, especially when evidenced by the youth of our state, who are its future:

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, THE SENATE CONCURRING THEREIN, That we commend and congratulate the Weir High School Lions Football Team and their coaches, Head Coach Joe Gant and Assistant Coaches Junior Graham, Chad White, Chris McRae, Dale Reid and Scott Walters, for their outstanding 1997-1998 season, for winning the State Championship and for displaying tireless devotion to their athletic endeavors.

BE IF FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be furnished to Weir High School, Head Coach Joe Gant and Assistant Coaches Junior Graham, Chad White, Chris McRae, Dale Reid and Scott Walters.