House Resolution 98

A RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING THE HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE TRACK AND FIELD TEAMS FOR AN OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE AT THE NATIONAL JUNIOR COLLEGE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION INDOOR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS, WHERE THEY BROUGHT HOME TWO NATIONAL TITLES, A NEW NJCAA RECORD AND MULTIPLE ALL-AMERICAN HONORS.

WHEREAS, the Hinds Community College Track and Field teams delivered an outstanding performance at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Indoor National Championships, bringing home two national titles, a new NJCAA record and multiple All-American honors; and

WHEREAS, competing against the best in the nation, both the men's and women's teams showcased their talent and determination, capping off an impressive indoor season; and

WHEREAS, Tavon Davis, of Raymond, Mississippi, was named a national champion in the 600 meter run with an incredible time of 1:15.61, which not only gave him the win but also broke the NJCAA National Record; and

WHEREAS, additionally, Queen Usunobun, of Nigeria, was named a national champion in the 400 meter dash as she raced by her competition with a 53.89 time; and

WHEREAS, the women's team secured an impressive 7th-place finish, while the men's team finished 12th overall in the nation, and leading the way were Tavon Davis and Queen Usunobun, who both claimed NJCAA national championships in their respective events; and

WHEREAS, in addition to the national titles, Hinds had an impressive showing across multiple events, with 17 student-athletes earning All-American honors, and their success is a testament to the hard work and dedication put in throughout the season and the hard work of the coaching staff; and

WHEREAS, the Hinds Community College Track and Field Teams were superbly coached and tremendously inspired by Head Track and Field Coach Reginald Dillon, who has helped each athlete refine their skills in executing the perfect stance, sprint and dash during their tenure at Hinds; and

WHEREAS, it is the policy of the House of Representatives to recognize and honor the remarkable achievements of student-athletes, especially those such as the Hinds Community College Track and Field Teams, who have brought honor to their school, their community and to the State of Mississippi:

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby commend and congratulate the Hinds Community College Track and Field Teams for an outstanding performance at the National Junior College Athletic Association Indoor National Championships, where they brought home two national titles, a new NJCAA record and multiple All-American honors, and extend our most sincere wishes for continued success in all their future endeavors.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be furnished to Head Coach Reginald Dillon and to the members of the Capitol Press Corps.