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SENATE CONCURRENT RESOL UTION NO. 16
BY SENATOR PEACOCK
A CONCURRENT RESOL UTION
To commend the Bossier High School Bearkats on winning their fourth LHSAA state title.
WHEREAS, it is with great pride that the Legislature of Louisiana has learned that
on Friday, March 10, 2023, the Bossier High School Bearkats boys' basketball team won the
Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) Division II Non-Select Boys'
Basketball State Championship; and
WHEREAS, the Bearkats hoisted their fourth state championship boys' basketball
trophy in a little over a decade with a 40–33 point victory over cross-state rival Carroll High
School; and
WHEREAS, the members of the team performed at the highest level of excellence,
and each Bearkat deserves recognition for his vital contributions throughout the season; and
WHEREAS, this team of first-class athletes includes Tonio Ambler-Barr, Billy
Broom III, Khalil Brown, Ke'shawn Daniels, Kameron Davenport, Jordan Floyd, Mateo
Guerrero, Ja'Karvis Guice, Javon Johnson, Keyshun Johnson, Tahj Roots, Xavier Sessions,
Javonte Small, Lakavin Thomas, Landarious Watson, and Kerel Woods; and
WHEREAS, the amazing accomplishments of the team could not have been achieved
without the guidance and skills of Head Coach Justin Collins and assistant coaches Marlin
Anderson, Jarory Morris, and Kaalas Roots; and
WHEREAS, the team's outstanding season upholds the glorious tradition of the
Bearkats, and all Bossier High School alumni and fans recognize the immense pride and
distinguished honor that the team brings to its school, community, and state; and
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WHEREAS, the members of the Legislature of Louisiana wish to recognize each of
these extraordinary young men and their coaches on their much-deserved championship title
earned through teamwork, determination, and dedication to the sport and each other.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby
commend and congratulate the players and coaches of the Bossier High School Bearkats
boys' basketball team on an impressive and memorable season and on capturing the Division
II Non-Select Boys' Basketball State Championship.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to
Bossier High School head basketball coach, Justin Collins.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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