Tennessee Senate Bill SJR7071

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 8/18/23
• Engrossed: 8/23/23

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Katie Fultz of Lakeway Christian Academy on being named to the Tennessee Sports Writers Association's DII-A All-State softball team.

Impact

The resolution serves to elevate the recognition of high school athletic achievements within the state of Tennessee, emphasizing the importance of supporting and celebrating young athletes. By commemorating Katie Fultz's accomplishments, SJR7071 intends to inspire other students and community members by showcasing the positive impacts of sports participation, as well as the character and dedication exhibited by successful student-athletes.

Summary

SJR7071 is a Senate Joint Resolution authored by Senator Southerland, aimed at honoring the achievements of Katie Fultz from Lakeway Christian Academy. The resolution recognizes her for being named to the Tennessee Sports Writers Association's DII-A All-State softball team due to her exceptional talent and dedication as a high school athlete. The resolution highlights her significant contributions to the Lakeway Christian Academy softball program, particularly her role in leading her team to the quarterfinals of the TSSAA DII-A State Tournament.

Contention

Although there are no direct points of contention reported regarding SJR7071, the resolution does reflect a broader dialogue of valuing sports and athletic prowess in educational contexts. In general, resolutions like this can sometimes spur discussions on resource allocation for sports programs, athlete support policies, and how student achievements in sports are recognized compared to academic accomplishments.