Arkansas Senate Bill SR40

Arkansas 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/27/23
• Passed: 3/28/23

Caption

To Commend The Conway High School Lady Wampus Cats Basketball Team For Winning The 2023 Class 6a Girls Basketball State Championship.

Impact

SR40 recognizes the outstanding performance of the team, acknowledging individual player achievements, such as Chloe Clardy being named the Most Valuable Player of the Championship and receiving multiple honors including her invitation to play at Stanford University. The resolution also notes other players' achievements, highlighting a collective success that reflects well on their school and community. This commendation underscores the importance of supporting youth athletics and fostering school spirit in the state.

Summary

Senate Resolution 40 (SR40) serves to commend the Conway High School Lady Wampus Cats Basketball Team for their remarkable achievement in winning the 2023 Class 6A Girls Basketball State Championship. The resolution celebrates the team's victory, which took place on March 10, 2023, where they secured a decisive win against North Little Rock High School, finishing the game with a score of 62 to 53. This victory not only highlighted their skill and teamwork but also positioned them as a significant force in the realm of high school basketball in Arkansas.

Contention

While SR40 primarily focuses on celebrating a sports achievement, it raises awareness of the contributions of women's sports in promoting teamwork, discipline, and leadership among young athletes. The resolution can be seen as a broader commentary on the importance of sports in education, fostering community pride, and inspiring future generations. Given the increasing recognition of women's sports, resolutions like SR40 help to advance gender equality in athletics and ensure that the accomplishments of female athletes receive the acknowledgment they deserve.