Mississippi 2025 Regular Session

Mississippi Senate Bill SR83

Introduced
3/7/25  
Refer
3/7/25  

Caption

Commend Germantown High School Mavericks Boys Basketball Team for first winning season first State Class 7A Championship.

Summary

Senate Resolution 83 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Germantown High School Mavericks boys basketball team and head coach Chris Love for winning the MHSAA Class 7A State Championship. The resolution highlights the team’s first winning season, first appearance in a boys state title game, and first state championship in program history. It also notes the team’s 69-52 victory over Madison Central and recognizes standout player Mike Williams, along with the broader roster and coaching staff. The resolution further emphasizes the significance of the Williams brothers’ accomplishments, noting that Mike Williams and Mason Williams previously won a MAIS championship at Jackson Academy before adding an MHSAA title with Germantown. It frames the season as a milestone for the school and a potential foundation for future success, quoting Coach Love on the team’s hard work and the goal of building a lasting tradition.

Impact

SR83 does not change state law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is purely honorary: it formally commends the team, coach, parents, and sponsors, and directs that the resolution be presented to Coach Love, forwarded to the school principal and Madison County Board of Education, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps. The only practical impact is public recognition by the Mississippi Senate and the associated prestige for the school community and athletic program.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The Senate adopted it unanimously, 51-0, indicating broad bipartisan support and no recorded opposition. The language of the resolution and the vote history both reflect pride in the team’s achievement and appreciation for the school, coaches, and families involved.

Contention

There is no substantive contention in the bill text or voting record. Because the measure is a congratulatory resolution, it does not appear to have generated policy debate, fiscal concerns, or disagreement over legal effects. The only notable emphasis is on athletic achievement and school pride, rather than any contested issue.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MS SB2001

Economic development; provide incentives for certain economic development projects.

MS HB1

Economic development; provide incentives for certain economic development projects.

MS SB2002

Appropriation; additional to MDA for certain projects.

MS HB2

Appropriation; additional to MDA for certain projects.

MS HB1

Project Atlas Fund; create.

MS SB2001

Project Poppy Fund; create.

Similar Bills

MS HR149

Coach Gregg Perry; commend upon occasion of his retirement.

MS HR98

Germantown High School Band; commend upon winning state championship.

MS HR97

Germantown High School Cheerleading Team; commend on winning UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship.

MS HR109

Germantown High School Boys Basketball Team; commend for winning MHSAA Class 7A State Championship.

MS HR25

Gregg Perry; commend upon being named the 2023-2024 Mississippi Athletic Administrator of the Year for Classes 5A-7A.

MS HR26

Germantown High School; commend upon winning the 7A 2024 State Marching Band Championship.

MS HR116

Starkville High School Yellowjackets Boys Basketball Team; commend upon winning 2026 Class 7A State Championship.

MS SR65

Commend Starkville High School Boys Basketball Team for 2026 Boys Class 7A Basketball Championship.