MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE

2002 Regular Session

To: Rules

By: Senator(s) Carmichael

Senate Resolution 20

A RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING THE CLARKDALE HIGH SCHOOL "LADY BULLDOGS" GIRLS SOFTBALL TEAM AND COACH RICK ROBERSON FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING 2001 SEASON.

     WHEREAS, the Clarkdale High School Girls Softball Team, the "Lady Bulldogs," have finished the 2001 season with an outstanding 24 and 12 record and a third consecutive runner-up position in the Class 2A State Championship; and

     WHEREAS, on their way to the State Championship game, the Lady Bulldogs won their third consecutive South State Regional Championship and their ninth consecutive Division Championship; and

     WHEREAS, the following team members were recognized for their outstanding play during the season and post-season:  Ashley Satcher, All-State; Jordan Orr, All-State; and Megan Potate, All-State; and

     WHEREAS, the Lady Bulldogs are ably led by Coach Rick Roberson and Assistant Coach Britt Bennett; and

     WHEREAS, it is with great pride that we recognize the consistent accomplishment of this group of student athletes, who bring honor to their school, their community and to the State of Mississippi:

     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby commend and congratulate the Clarkdale High School "Lady Bulldogs" Girls Softball Team and Coach Rick Roberson for their outstanding 2001 season, and wish them continued success in their future athletic and academic endeavors.

     BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution be presented to Coach Roberson on behalf of the team, be forwarded to the Principal of Clarkdale High School and be made available to the Capitol Press Corps.