Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HR30

Introduced
1/23/23  
Introduced
1/23/23  
Enrolled
1/23/23  

Caption

Burson, Buffie; 600th career victory; commend

Impact

The resolution highlights the significant impact that Burson has had on her players and the University of North Georgia's women's basketball program. Her leadership is credited with advancing her team to the NCAA Division II Final Four and Elite Eight, showcasing her coaching skills and ability to inspire athletes. This recognition is significant in promoting women's sports and acknowledging the hard work of female coaches in collegiate athletics.

Summary

House Resolution 30 honors Buffie Burson, the head coach of the University of North Georgia women's basketball team, for achieving her 600th career victory. Burson has coached the team for 29 seasons, leading them to impressive accomplishments, including multiple national tournament appearances. The resolution serves to celebrate not only her milestone victory but also her long-standing dedication and contribution to women's sports at the university level.

Contention

As a resolution rather than a legislative bill, HR30 does not generate the same level of debate or contention typically seen in legislation that impacts state laws. However, it does emphasize the importance of recognizing and supporting women's achievements in sports, which can spark conversations about equity in coaching and athletics programs.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA SR153

Burson, Buffie; congratulate

GA SCR13

Commends Coach Michael Lotief on his 700th career victory as the UL Lafayette softball coach.

GA HR113

Linda Barlow Dear; commend basketball coaching career of.

GA HR727

Congratulating Todd Sutherland, head basketball coach at Hardin-Jefferson High School in Sour Lake, on attaining his 600th career victory.

GA SR119

Commends Paul Mainieri on the 1,400th victory of his college baseball coaching career.

GA HR892

University of North Georgia women's softball team; winning the 2023 NCAA Championship; commend

GA HR1712

Valdosta State University women's basketball team; winning the 2024 Gulf South Conference regular season and tournament titles; commend

GA HR102

Congratulating head volleyball coach Judith McGill of Timberview High School in Arlington on her 600th career win.

GA SR54

Commend Coahoma County High School Head Basketball Coach Derrick Moore for 900th career victory.

GA SR29

Commend Co-Lin legendary Basketball Coach Gwyn Young on career win No. 1,000.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.