MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE

2001 Regular Session

To: Rules

By: Representative Montgomery (74th)

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE CLINTON HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADERS.

WHEREAS, the Clinton High School Cheerleaders won first place in the Class 5-A large division at the Mississippi High School Activity Association's State Cheerleading Championship held in December 2000; and

WHEREAS, this dedicated team, consisting of 18 girls, has been practicing eight to twenty hours per week since April 2000; and

WHEREAS, they practice on weekends and evenings perfecting their elite stunts, dance routines and cheers; and

WHEREAS, in addition to competing in various contests, the team also cheers for Clinton High School football and basketball games; and

WHEREAS, the team has been ably coached by their advisor, Sheri Jordan; and

WHEREAS, the dedicated team members consist of Denisha Cheney, Emily Cook, Carrie Cope, Blair McReynolds, Keller Tonore, Jennifer Turner, Lindsey Accardo, Devin Buckner, Shelly Evans, Brittany Grooms, Clair Montgomery, Maghen Ward, Jessi Bennett, Natalie Davis, Erin Hartley, Stephani Mathews, Kelly McReynolds and Jamie Johnson; and

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

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, THE SENATE CONCURRING THEREIN, That we do hereby commend the Clinton High School Cheerleaders for their hard work and achievement, and congratulate the squad for winning the state championship.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be presented to Coach Sheri Jordan, Clinton High School and be made available to the Capitol Press Corps.