MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE

1998 Regular Session

To: Rules

By: Senator(s) Jordan (18th), Burton

A RESOLUTION COMMENDING CHOCTAW CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL WARRIORS BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM ON AN OUTSTANDING SEASON AND FOR WINNING THE CLASS 2A BOYS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP. 

WHEREAS, the Choctaw Central High School Warriors Boys Basketball Team finished the 1997-1998 season with an outstanding record of 39 wins and only two losses; and

WHEREAS, the Warriors competed in various tournaments during the season, winning the Philadelphia Invitational, the Meridian Invitational, the Choctaw Classic, the Red Carpet Classic and the Clash of Titans; and

WHEREAS, the Warriors did very well in the state playoffs, winning the Division 2A Championship, the South State Championship and the Class 2A Boys State Championship; and

WHEREAS, many individuals have been recognized for their hard work, dedication and superior play this season, including the naming of Corey Bell, Ivan Billie and Randy Tangle to the All-Tournament Teams for the South State Tournament and the State Tournament; and

WHEREAS, the Warriors have been superbly coached by Head Coach Walter Wilson and Assistant Coach Sean Steve, who have broadened the players' knowledge of the game and refined their skills in execution; and

WHEREAS, the Warriors 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 Choctaw Central High School; and

WHEREAS, it is the policy of the Senate of the State of Mississippi 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 SENATE OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby commend and congratulate the Choctaw Central High School Warriors Boys Basketball Team and their coaches, Head Coach Walter Wilson and Assistant Coach Sean Steve for their outstanding 1997-1998 season, for winning the Class 2A Boys State Championship and for displaying tireless devotion to their athletic endeavors.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be furnished to Choctaw Central High School, Head Coach Walter Wilson and Assistant Coach Sean Steve.