A house RESOLUTION

 

To honor and Congratulate the Northside Christian Academy Cross Country team, COACHES, AND SCHOOL for winning the CLASS 3A SOUTH CAROLINA CROSS COUNTRY STATE CHAMPIONSHIP.

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is proud to recognize the Northside Christian Academy cross country team for winning the Class 3A South Carolina Cross Country State Championship held on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Heathwood Hall. Not only was this the first state championship title for the school's cross country program, but also the first state championship title for any team sport in the school's history; and

 

Whereas, the Northside Christian Academy Lady Crusaders were well prepared for the challenge of the championship. Senior captain Natalie Walke provided great leadership to the team, enabling them to stay focused and run fast. Team member Kendall Murray led the way with a time of 20:41. She, Jennifer Gause, and Madison Gause finished third through fifth place and all three made the All-State team; and

 

Whereas, reflecting on the growth of his team of champions, Head Coach Stephen McNeill said "We have girls who wanted to work hard and grow as a team off of last year. Last year showed them that hard work pays off. This team loves being together, encourages each other, and works hard to push each other." The team grew from five girls last season to fourteen this season; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives takes great pleasure in recognizing the Northside Christian Academy Lady Crusaders for their monumental accomplishment, and the members look forward to learning about the future achievements of these young athletes. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, honor and congratulate the Northside Christian Academy cross country team, coaches, and school for winning the Class 3A South Carolina Cross Country State Championship.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Principal Glenn Smith and Head Coach Stephen McNeill.

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