House Concurrent Resolution 98

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING THE OUR LADY ACADEMY CRESCENTS SOCCER TEAM FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING 2002-2003 SEASON AND FOR WINNING THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP.

WHEREAS, the Our Lady Academy Crescents Soccer Team finished the 2002-2003 season with an outstanding record of 19 wins, 2 losses and 4 ties; and

WHEREAS, the Crescents participated in several playoffs, which included victories as the Division 6 Champions and Class 2A State Champions; and

WHEREAS, several of the Crescents have been recognized for their hard work, dedication and superior play this season, including the naming of Kara Harshbarger, Julie Reboul, Rachel Cranford and Laura Ellis as All-State Players; and

WHEREAS, the Crescents have been superbly coached and inspired by Head Coach Danny Owens and Assistant Coach Steve Reboul who have broadened the players' knowledge of the game and refined their skills in execution; and

WHEREAS, the Crescents 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 Our Lady Academy; 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 Our Lady Academy Crescents Soccer Team and their coaches, Head Coach Danny Owens and Assistant Coach Steve Reboul, for their outstanding 2002-2003 season, for winning the Class 2A State Championship, and for displaying tireless devotion to their athletic endeavors.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be furnished to Our Lady Academy, Head Coach Danny Owens, Assistant Coach Steve Reboul and to members of the Capitol Press Corps.