ENROLLED 2019 Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 267 BY REPRESENTATIVE STEFANSKI A RESOLUTION To commend the Notre Dame High School softball team upon winning the 2019 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division III state championship. WHEREAS, on Saturday, April 27, 2019, the Notre Dame High School softball team completed a truly sensational 2019 season, earning the title of Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division III state champions; and WHEREAS, Notre Dame's 7-3 victory over Holy Savior Menard was the Lady Pioneers' second consecutive state title, and the win marked the completion of a perfect 32-0 overall record, 8-0 in the district; and WHEREAS, in the title game, freshman catcher Maci Bergeron continued her game- changing play that had been evident all season long; she belted a three-run homer in the bottom of the second inning and was named the tournament's Most Outstanding Player; and WHEREAS, the unparalleled performances of all the athletes on Notre Dame High School's softball team throughout the regular season and the postseason have earned them the Division III title; and WHEREAS, each of the following Lady Pioneers performed at the highest level of excellence throughout the season and playoffs and deserves recognition for her vital contributions to the winning effort: seniors Makenzie Abshire, Anna-Beth Gotte, Haley Maloz, and Sydnei Simon; juniors Riley Adams, Ellen Brown, and Amy Daigle; sophomores Morgan Alleman, Jill Bourgeois, and Katie Brouillette; and freshmen Maci Bergeron, Natalie Brown, Sara Boulet, Katherine Gotte, Caylyn Henry, Anne Hundley, Maddie Murrell, and Abigail Savoie; and Page 1 of 2 HR NO. 267 ENROLLED WHEREAS, the Pioneers' accomplishments during this unforgettable season would not have been possible without the guidance and skills of head coach Dale Serie, assistant coaches Alex Chapman and Kyle Lebeouf, manager Corine Poncho, team trainer Jim Dorotics, and all of the other individuals who have contributed to the success of the school's softball program; and WHEREAS, the team's outstanding season upholds the glorious tradition of the Pioneers, and all Notre Dame High School alumni and fans recognize the immense pride and distinguished honor the team brings to its school and community. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend the Notre Dame High School softball team upon winning the 2019 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division III state championship and does hereby extend best wishes to the players, coaches, and everyone involved with this fine softball program as they celebrate their exceptional season and prepare for continued success in the future. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to Coach Dale Serie. SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Page 2 of 2