Arkansas Senate Bill SR8

Arkansas 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/13/23
• Passed: 2/15/23

Caption

To Recognize The Hazen High School Hornets Football Team As The 2022 2a Football State Champions.

Impact

The resolution serves to not only honor the Hazen High School Hornets but also to promote the value of youth sports within the community. Recognizing such achievements fosters school spirit and can motivate other students to engage in athletic programs. The formal acknowledgment by the legislature elevates the team's accomplishment and demonstrates the importance placed on sports and teamwork in education.

Summary

Senate Resolution 8 (SR8) was introduced to officially recognize the Hazen High School Hornets football team for their exceptional achievement in winning the 2022 2A Football State Championship. The resolution highlights the team's impressive performance during the season, culminating in a victory over the Carlisle High School Bison with a score of 44-6 at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock, Arkansas. This win marked the team's first state championship after previous near misses in 2014 and 2016, establishing them as a significant force in Arkansas high school football.

Contention

While SR8 is a straightforward resolution focused on recognition, it comes at a time when discussions around funding and support for high school sports are prevalent. The support for youth sports programs can vary across districts, leading to debates about resource allocation, especially for smaller towns like Hazen. However, SR8 stands as a unifying gesture that transcends such potential controversies by emphasizing community pride and resilience fostered through sports.