A house RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR THE Heathwood Hall middle school boys basketball TEAM, COACHES, AND SCHOOL OFFICIALS FOR A REMARKABLE 2024-2025 season and congratulate them for winning the regional championship.

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to learn that the members of the Heathwood Hall basketball team of Richland County had a perfect undefeated season; and

 

Whereas, led by returning players Zae Boulware, Kobe Cross, Piers Shannon, Gabe Rhooms, and Christian Nelson, along with newcomers Jackson Timberlake, Cole Rose, Luke Greer, DJ Hannah, John Barnes, Blake Gross, Wade Svicarovich, and Jay Boulware, the Heathwood Highlanders finished the regular season with a 21-0 record and 10-0 record in the region; and

 

Whereas, in the region tournament, the Highlanders defeated Ben Lippen School in the semifinals and Hammond Academy in the championship game to cap off a 23-0 undefeated season; and

 

Whereas, in a sport that requires speed, precision, and stamina, Head Coach Dominique Hammond and Assistant Coach Elliott Cross used their own athletic experience and training to build a winning team and teach these athletes life principles that will endure beyond the court; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives appreciates the pride and recognition that the Heathwood basketball players have brought to their school and their community, and the members look forward to following their continued achievements in the days ahead. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor the Heathwood Hall middle school boys basketball team, coaches, and school officials for a remarkable 2024-2025 season and congratulate them for winning the regional championship.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Head of Middle School Glenn DeLaney and to Coach Dominique Hammond.

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