Arkansas 2024 Regular Session

Arkansas Senate Bill SR31

Introduced
4/23/24  
Passed
4/24/24  
Introduced
4/23/24  

Caption

To Recognize The Russelville High School Lady Cyclones As The 2023-2024 Class 5a Girls Swim And Dive State Champions.

Summary

Senate Resolution 31 (SR31) is a legislative proposal recognizing the achievements of the Russellville High School Lady Cyclones, who emerged victorious as the 2023-2024 Class 5A Girls Swim and Dive State Champions. This resolution celebrates the team's outstanding performance at the championship event held on February 24, 2024, at the Russellville Aquatic Center, where they scored a total of 315 points, securing their fourth consecutive state title and marking a historic milestone for the school. The resolution acknowledges not only the swim team's accomplishments but also notes the leadership of Head Coach Jazz Johnston, along with the contributions of Registered Volunteer Coach Gary Knudsen and Assistant Coach Boundy Balenko. The success of the Lady Cyclones also includes their seventh straight conference championship, a feat that highlights the team's consistent excellence in the sport. While the resolution primarily serves as a formal recognition of the team’s achievements, it also embodies the broader values of sportsmanship, teamwork, and dedication that are essential in developing young athletes. By passing this resolution, the legislature aims to promote community pride and inspire other students to pursue excellence in athletics and academics. There appears to be limited contention surrounding SR31, as resolutions of this nature are generally well-received and do not provoke significant debate. Nonetheless, the emphasis on athletic achievements in schools could spark discussions regarding funding and support for sports programs, potentially highlighting disparities in resource allocation among schools in the state.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AR HR1042

To Recognize The Russellville Cyclones Boys Indoor Track And Field Team For Winning The 2023 Class 5a State Indoor Track And Field Championship.

AR SR28

To Recognize The Lake Hamilton Wolves Boys Swim And Dive Team For Winning The 2023 Individual Class 5a State Dive Championship And For Placing In Various Swim And Dive Events.

AR HR1045

To Recognize The Lake Hamilton Wolves Boys Swim And Dive Team For Winning The 2023 Individual Class 5a State Dive Championship And For Placing In Various Swim And Dive Events.

AR SR28

To Recognize The Farmington High School Lady Cardinals As The 2023-2024 Class 4a Girls Basketball State Champions.

AR SR62

To Recognize The Van Buren High School Pointers Wrestling Team As The 2024-2025 Class 5a State Champions And The Lady Pointers Wrestling Team As The 2024-2025 Class 5a State Runners-up.

AR HR1041

To Recognize The Mammoth Spring High School Lady Bears Basketball Team As The 2023-2024 Class 1a Girls' Basketball State Champions.

AR SR8

To Recognize The Gravette High School Lady Lions Girls' Cross Country Team As The 2022 And 2023 4a State Champions And 4a-1 Conference Champions.

AR HR1007

To Recognize The Gravette High School Lady Lions Girls' Cross Country Team As The 2022 And 2023 4a State Champions And 4a-1 Conference Champions.

AR SR6

To Recognize The Gravette High School Lady Lions Girls' Softball Team As The 2023 4a State Champions.

AR SR63

To Recognize The 2022-2023 Searcy High School Lady Lions Wrestling Team For Their Many Accomplishments Including An Undefeated Season And Tournament Schedule, And Class 5a Arkansas State High School Wrestling Championship.

Similar Bills

AR HR1042

To Recognize The Russellville Cyclones Boys Indoor Track And Field Team For Winning The 2023 Class 5a State Indoor Track And Field Championship.

TN SJR0257

A RESOLUTION to recognize Kim Hopkins on the occasion of her being named the 2022–2023 Russellville Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

AL HR250

Coach Charlotte Dollar, commended

AR HR1004

To Recognize Colonel Womack And His Positive Impact On The State Of Arkansas And Especially The Northwest Arkansas Region Through Kurm Radio In Rogers.

AL HR80

Mr. Lee Brownell, commended

KY SR124

A RESOLUTION honoring the Colonel Benjamin Logan Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution located in Russellville, Kentucky.

AL SJR93

Byrd, Lance. commended