A RESOLUTION to honor Assistant Coach Mark Freeman for his contributions to the 96-0 Elmore Park Middle School Eagles' third consecutive state championship in three perfect seasons.
Summary
House Resolution 134 is a ceremonial measure honoring Assistant Coach Mark Freeman of Bartlett’s Elmore Park Middle School boys’ basketball team for helping lead the Eagles to an unprecedented run of success. The resolution recognizes the team’s third consecutive TMSAA Class AAA state championship in 2025, completed with a perfect 31-0 season, and notes that the team went 96-0 across the three championship seasons.
The resolution highlights the team’s broader four-year record of 118-3 and emphasizes that Elmore Park’s three straight undefeated state titles are a first in Tennessee basketball at any level. It also references the team’s tournament wins over Page and Richview in the 2025 state tournament at Rockvale. The measure is purely honorary and does not create or amend any substantive law.
Impact
HR0134 has no regulatory or fiscal impact and does not amend Tennessee statutes. Its effect is limited to officially recognizing Assistant Coach Mark Freeman and the Elmore Park Middle School Eagles, with a copy of the resolution to be prepared for presentation. The resolution serves as a formal legislative commendation for athletic achievement and community pride.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is overwhelmingly positive and celebratory. It passed the House on the consent calendar by a unanimous 88-0 vote, indicating broad bipartisan support and no recorded opposition. The bill reflects strong appreciation for the coach’s leadership and the team’s historic accomplishments.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention associated with this resolution because it is a ceremonial honor rather than substantive legislation. The only substantive discussion implied by the text is the recognition of the team’s unprecedented undefeated championship streak and Coach Freeman’s role in it, but no members are identified as opposing or questioning the measure. The unanimous floor vote suggests the resolution was noncontroversial.
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