House Resolution 108

(As Adopted by House)

A RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING THE H.W. BYERS HIGH SCHOOL LADY LIONS GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING 2010-2011 SEASON AND FOR WINNING THE MISSISSIPPI HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION CLASS 1A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP.

WHEREAS, the H.W. Byers High School Lady Lions Girls Basketball Team finished the 2010-2011 season with an outstanding record of 29 wins and eight losses; and

WHEREAS, being incredibly well-disciplined young ladies, the Lady Lions performed extremely well in the 2010-2011 state playoffs; and

WHEREAS, their winning ways continued at the Class 1A State Championship with a victory over Coldwater High School Lady Cougars with a score of 48-43; and

WHEREAS, in becoming the 2011 Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) Class 1A Basketball State Champions, the H.W. Byers High School Lady Lions Girls Basketball Team had to invest hard work above and beyond the level of other teams, beginning this effort in the early fall months and continuing through early March; and

WHEREAS, adding to the trophy case, the Lady Lions have been superbly coached and inspired by Head Coach Jason Thompson, who has broadened the Lady Lions' knowledge of the game and refined their skills in execution; and

WHEREAS, many of the Lady Lions will remember the lessons learned through playing for Head Coach Jason Thompson, such as pushing one's body past exhaustion, pain and other obstacles to victory; and

WHEREAS, in their tireless dedication, the Lady Lions have developed a winning, cooperative spirit and a high degree of sportsmanship, and their activities and attitudes reflect great credit upon the individual players and their coach, bringing honor to H.W. Byers High School; and

WHEREAS, it is the policy of the 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 OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby commend and congratulate the H.W. Byers High School Lady Lions Girls Basketball Team and Head Coach Jason Thompson, for their exceptional 2010-2011 season, for winning the MHSAA Class 1A State Championship and extend best wishes for continued success in all of their future athletic endeavors.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be furnished to H.W. Byers High School, Head Coach Jason Thompson, and to the members of the Capitol Press Corps.