Louisiana 2018 Regular Session

Louisiana Senate Bill SR92

Introduced
4/11/18  
Introduced
4/11/18  
Passed
4/11/18  

Caption

Commends the Grambling State University Tigers men's basketball team for its outstanding season.

Impact

The resolution serves to recognize not just the athletic accomplishments of the team but also the contributions they made to the university's reputation and community pride. The commendation may lead to heightened interest in the university's athletic programs, potentially influencing enrollment and support from alumni and community stakeholders. Such formal recognition can also bolster the spirit of current and future student-athletes, fostering a culture of excellence and achievement at Grambling State University.

Summary

Senate Resolution 92 commends the Grambling State University Tigers men's basketball team for their remarkable achievements during the 2017-2018 season. The team made a significant impact by finishing with a record of seventeen wins, securing their first Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) regular season title in thirty years, and exciting their fanbase with an eleven-game winning streak. This resolution also honors the players, the coaching staff, and the athletics director, underscoring their leadership and outstanding teamwork that led to success despite being initially predicted to finish seventh in the preseason coaches' poll.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SR92 is notably positive, highlighting unity and pride within the community for the accomplishments of their local team. The resolution reflects a celebration of diversity in sports and is indicative of the collective pride felt by students, staff, alumni, and local residents. The favorable tone of this resolution not only honors the past success but also sets a hopeful tone for future athletics programs at the university.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory and lacks points of contention, it reflects the challenges faced by the team and highlights their resilience in overcoming expectations. Notably, the resolution does not delve into the competitive and potentially contentious nature of college athletics itself, but rather focuses on the triumphs and recognition due to the hard work of the athletes and coaches.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA HR77

Commends the Grambling State University men's basketball team for its outstanding 2017-2018 season

LA SR91

Commends the Grambling State University Tigers women's basketball team for its outstanding season.

LA HR76

Commends the Grambling State University women's basketball team for its outstanding 2017-2018 season

LA SR19

Commends Grambling State University Tigers men's basketball team for their first NCAA Tournament appearance in school history.

LA SR8

Commends the Grambling State University student athletes, coaches, athletic director, and university president for outstanding achievements during the 2018-2019 seasons.

LA SR263

To commend Southern University Women's Basketball team and Head Coach Carlos Funchess on an outstanding season.

LA HR73

Commends the Nicholls State University women's basketball team for its outstanding 2017-2018 season

LA HR121

Jackson State University Tigers Women's Basketball Team; commend for winning the 2024 SWAC Women's Basketball Championship.

LA HR75

Commends Roman Banks on his outstanding accomplishments as head coach of Southern University men's basketball team

LA SC581

Commend Jackson State University "Lady Tigers" Basketball Team for back-to-back SWAC Tournament Championships.

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