Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HR0018

Introduced
2/13/23  
Enrolled
2/16/23  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor Jahvin Carter of Alcoa High School on his record-breaking basketball season.

Impact

The establishment of HR0018 highlights the importance of recognizing student-athletes who excel in their sport and embody qualities that reflect positively on their schools. By honoring Jahvin Carter, the resolution not only acknowledges his personal achievements but also contributes to a culture of sportsmanship and motivation among students. Resolutions like HR0018 can inspire other young athletes to strive for excellence both in sports and academics.

Summary

House Resolution 18 (HR0018) seeks to honor Jahvin Carter, a junior basketball player from Alcoa High School, for breaking two significant records during a recent basketball game. Carter's remarkable performance included scoring sixty-two points in a single game against Cumberland Gap High School, surpassing the previous single-game record of fifty-seven points set by Tai Cates, as well as breaking the all-time career scoring record for the Alcoa Tornadoes. This resolution serves to celebrate Carter's extraordinary talent and contributions to his team and school.

Contention

While resolutions such as HR0018 are largely seen as positive and celebratory, they may also spark discussions regarding the focus on athletics in academic institutions. Some may argue that too much emphasis on sports can overshadow academic accomplishments or that it does not address systemic issues within school sports systems. However, supporters tend to view such recognition as necessary motivation for students to work hard both in their studies and extracurricular activities.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SJR0924

A RESOLUTION to honor Drake Lehmkuhl as the all-time leading scorer in Gleason High School basketball history.

TN HJR1088

A RESOLUTION to honor Miles Alexander upon scoring more than 1,000 points in his high school basketball career.

TN HJR1048

A RESOLUTION to honor Cooper Williams upon scoring more than 1,000 points in his high school basketball career.

TN SR207

A RESOLUTION honoring the George Rogers Clark High School Cardinals, 2026 Kentucky High School Athletic Association Boys' Sweet Sixteen Basketball Champions.

TN SJR0973

A RESOLUTION to honor the Gatlinburg-Pittman Junior High School Lady Highlanders basketball team upon winning the TMSAA Class AA state championship.

TN HJR1250

A RESOLUTION to honor Coach Chad Hall on earning his 500th career victory in high school girls' basketball.

TN HJR0294

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Chloe Collins of Smith County High School on surpassing the 1,000-point mark in her high school basketball career.

TN H4127

Loris HS basketball team

TN HJR1341

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend the Dyersburg High School Lady Trojans basketball team upon winning the 2026 TSSAA Division I, Class AAA state championship.

TN SR233

A RESOLUTION honoring the Calloway County High School Lakers, the 2025 Kentucky 2A Boys’ State Basketball Tournament champions.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.