Louisiana 2014 Regular Session

Louisiana Senate Bill SCR170

Introduced
5/27/14  
Introduced
5/27/14  
Passed
5/28/14  
Passed
5/28/14  
Engrossed
5/28/14  
Engrossed
5/28/14  
Engrossed
5/28/14  

Caption

Commends the St. Thomas More softball team upon winning the Class 4A state championship.

Impact

The resolution focuses on honoring a local high school sports team and serves to recognize their hard work and dedication in representing their school and community at a state level. By commending the St. Thomas More Cougars, it reinforces the importance of youth athletics in fostering teamwork, discipline, and community pride. Such resolutions can help promote sports programs within local schools, encouraging student participation in athletics and healthy competition.

Summary

SCR170 is a Senate Concurrent Resolution that commends the St. Thomas More softball team for winning the Class 4A state championship for the second consecutive year. This resolution highlights the achievements of the team, who defeated the Vandebilt Catholic team in a decisive game with a score of 11 to 5. The resolution also recognizes individual players for their outstanding performances during the championship, particularly Whitney Romero, who earned Most Outstanding Player honors for her contributions both as a pitcher and a batter.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SCR170 is overwhelmingly positive, as it celebrates the accomplishments of young athletes and the spirit of sportsmanship. The resolution received unanimous support during voting, indicating bipartisan agreement on the value of recognizing achievements in high school sports. The supportive atmosphere reflects the community's pride in their team's victory and the role of sports in bringing people together.

Contention

While the bill does not appear to have significant points of contention, it serves as a reminder of the importance of support for educational and sporting initiatives. The resolution is a purely celebratory note, and thus, does not introduce controversial legislation or policy changes. However, it emphasizes the need for ongoing support for youth sports programs, which can sometimes encounter funding or resource allocation challenges within broader educational discussions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA HR143

Commends the St. Thomas More softball team upon winning the Class 4A state championship

LA SCR169

Commends the St. Thomas More baseball team upon winning the Class 4A state championship.

LA HCR115

Commends the St. Thomas More High School girls' softball team upon winning the Class 4A state championship

LA HR166

Commends Alexandria Senior High School Trojans softball team upon winning the 2016 Class 5A state championship

LA SCR86

Commends the Hackberry High School softball team for earning the 2015 Class C state high school softball championship for the fifth consecutive year.

LA HR147

Commends the Holden High School girls' softball team upon winning the 2017 Class B state championship

LA SCR107

Commends Alexandria Senior High School Trojans softball team on winning the 2016 Class 5A state championship.

LA SCR61

Commends the St. Amant High School softball team on winning the 5A state championship.

LA SCR146

Commends the Hackberry High School girls' softball team for winning their fourth consecutive Class C state championship.

LA HCR86

Commends the St. Thomas More volleyball team upon winning the 2013 Division II state championship

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.