House Resolution 68

A RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING THE RIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADING SQUAD FOR WINNING FIRST PLACE IN DIVISION 3A LARGE AT THE MISSISSIPPI HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION STATE CHEERLEADING COMPETITION.

WHEREAS, the Ripley High School cheerleading squad won first place in Division 3A Large at the Mississippi High School Activities Association State Cheerleading Competition on December 14, 2002, at Meridian, Mississippi; and

WHEREAS, the cheerleading squad acquired superior ratings, along with an invitation to state competition, after winning first place in the Mississippi High School Activities Association Regional Cheerleading Competition in November 2002 at Batesville, Mississippi; and

WHEREAS, the squad's routine, scored on perfection, tumbling, jumps, motions, spirit, dance, cheer, crowd participation and overall effectiveness, was limited to a maximum time of two minutes and thirty seconds; and

WHEREAS, Ripley High School is classified as 3A Large because the squad is made up of 14 girls; namely, Captain Penny Holditch, Co-captain Lauren Duncan, Meaghan Chapman, Carol Green, Julie Howell, Mallory Hurt, Megan Jackson, Anna Kuykendall, Jessica Mansell, Kayla McKenzie, Jenny McMaster, Kakie Norton, Summer Russell, Holly Thurmond and Mascot Caitlin Cross; and

WHEREAS, the squad was superbly coached and inspired by coaches, Derek and Sally Bodiford, and advisor, Tammy Miller; and

WHEREAS, the Ripley High School's cheerleading squad has developed a winning and cooperative spirit and a high degree of sportsmanship, and their activities and attitude reflect great credit upon the girls, their coaches and sponsor and bring honor to Ripley High School; and

WHEREAS, it is the policy of the Mississippi House of Representatives 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, That we commend and congratulate the Ripley High School cheerleading squad for becoming Mississippi High School Activities Association 3A Large State cheerleading champions.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be furnished to Ripley High School.