Louisiana 2021 Regular Session

Louisiana House Bill HR165

Introduced
6/2/21  
Introduced
6/2/21  
Passed
6/3/21  

Caption

Commends the North Vermilion High School baseball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2021 Class 4A state championship

Impact

The resolution aims to instill pride in the local community by acknowledging the team's achievements. Celebrating high school sports is crucial in fostering school spirit and community engagement, and this resolution serves as a formal recognition from the state legislature. By commending the team and its coach, the resolution emphasizes the importance of youth sports in Louisiana, particularly in building teamwork and resilience among students.

Summary

House Resolution 165, introduced by Representative Bourriaque, is a commemoration of the North Vermilion High School baseball team's victory in the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2021 Class 4A state championship. This resolution serves to recognize the hard work and dedication of the North Vermilion Patriots, who achieved their first state title since 1994 after defeating the top-ranked Tioga team. The resolution also highlights key players, particularly pitcher John Touchet, who was named the Most Outstanding Player and finished the season undefeated with a 12-0 record.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HR165 is overwhelmingly positive, reflecting the pride of the local community in their high school athletes. This resolution is a boost to morale, not just for the team, but for the entire school and its supporters. It serves as an example of how legislative bodies can celebrate and promote youth achievement and community engagement through sports.

Contention

While the resolution is largely uncontroversial, it does open the discussion on how state legislatures engage with local sports and achievements. There may be questions in some quarters about the appropriateness of legislative time and resources being devoted to such commemorations, although in this case, the unanimous celebration of student achievement is likely to be well-received across the political spectrum.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA HR164

Commends the South Terrebonne High School baseball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2022 Class 4A state championship

LA HR201

Commends the Choudrant High School baseball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2022 Class B state championship

LA HCR120

Commends the Lutcher High School baseball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2022 Class 3A state championship

LA HR271

Commends the North DeSoto High School softball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2022 Class 4A state championship

LA HR223

Commends the Pitkin High School baseball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2025 Class B baseball state championship

LA HR198

Commends the Tioga High School baseball team on winning the 2019 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Class 4A state championship

LA HR179

Commends the West Monroe High School baseball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2022 Class 5A state championship

LA HR185

Commends the Northwood High School girls' basketball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2022 Class 1A state championship

LA HCR79

Commends the North DeSoto High School softball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2021 Class 4A state championship

LA HR366

Commends the Vermilion Catholic High School Screaming Eagles baseball team on winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2025 Division IV Select state championship

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.