Commend Northwest Mississippi Community College Women's Soccer Team on outstanding season.
Summary
Senate Resolution 110 is a congratulatory resolution honoring the 2024-2025 Northwest Mississippi Community College Lady Rangers women’s soccer team and Head Coach James Beattie for an exceptional season. The resolution highlights the team’s 22-0 overall record, undefeated 11-0 conference play, 6-0 win over Copiah-Lincoln to secure the MACCC Championship, and their Region 23 Tournament Championship. It also notes the team’s national standing, including a No. 1 preseason ranking and recognition as the first NJCAA Division II program to win a national title and finish undefeated since 2020.
The resolution further recognizes individual and program achievements, including Emma Jensen’s 22 goals, the team’s eight shutout victories, and Coach Beattie becoming the program’s all-time winningest coach. It lists the roster and acknowledges the support of the college, families, and fans. The measure is ceremonial in nature and does not create or amend any substantive law; instead, it serves as an official legislative commendation and public recognition of the team’s accomplishments.
Impact
SR110 has no direct effect on Mississippi statutes, regulations, or public programs. Its legal impact is limited to the Senate’s formal expression of commendation and the directive that the resolution be presented to the coach, forwarded to the college president, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps. The practical effect is symbolic recognition for the athletes, coaching staff, and Northwest Mississippi Community College, rather than any change in rights, duties, funding, or governance.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is overwhelmingly positive and celebratory. The Senate adopted the measure unanimously, with 51 yeas and 0 nays, indicating broad bipartisan support and no recorded opposition. The language of the resolution emphasizes pride, excellence, sportsmanship, and institutional achievement, reflecting a consensus to publicly honor the team’s perfect season and championship success.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention in the bill or the available discussion record, because the resolution is purely honorary. The only substantive focus is on the accuracy and scope of the team’s accomplishments, including the undefeated season, conference title, regional championship, and Coach Beattie’s record-setting career wins. Any differences in emphasis would be limited to celebratory details rather than disagreement over legislation or public policy.