A RESOLUTION to honor Head Coach Jevonte Holmes for leading the 96-0 Elmore Park Middle School Eagles to their third consecutive state championship in three perfect seasons.
Summary
House Resolution 132 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Head Coach Jevonte Holmes of Bartlett’s Elmore Park Middle School Eagles boys’ basketball team. The resolution recognizes Holmes for leading the Eagles to their third consecutive TMSAA Class AAA state championship in 2025, completing a perfect 31-0 season and extending the team’s three-year run to a 96-0 record.
The resolution highlights the team’s unprecedented achievement in Tennessee basketball: three straight undefeated state championship seasons, a feat described as the first of its kind at any level of basketball in the state. It also notes the Eagles’ dominant tournament performance, including wins over Page and Richview in the 2025 state tournament, and praises Holmes as a coach, tactician, and motivator of young men.
Impact
This resolution does not change state law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is purely honorary and symbolic, directing that an official copy be prepared for presentation to Coach Holmes. The only practical impact is public recognition of Holmes, the Elmore Park Middle School basketball program, and their historic athletic accomplishment.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the bill is overwhelmingly positive and celebratory. It passed the House on April 21, 2025 by consent calendar third consideration with 88 yeas and 0 nays, indicating unanimous support and no recorded opposition. The resolution reflects broad legislative approval of the team’s success and admiration for the coach’s leadership.
Contention
There is no notable contention in the available record. The bill is a noncontroversial honorary resolution, and there were no committee transcripts, amendments, or dissenting votes indicating disagreement. Any discussion would likely have centered on celebrating the team’s undefeated championship run rather than debating policy differences.
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