A senate RESOLUTION

 

to recognize and honor nine alumni of Lower Richland High School whose careers included playing or coaching in the National Football League and to congratulate them on their career success.

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are pleased to learn that nine alumni of Lower Richland High School who have earned positions in the National Football League (NFL) were honored with permanent recognition by the Lower Richland Alumni Foundation on Thursday, October 12, 2023; and

 

Whereas, the Lower Richland Alumni Foundation and the Lower Richland Community Cares Project L.E.A.D. initiative unveiled nine plaques at the event that will be permanently displayed at The Stadium at Lower Richland.  A program and reception in Lower Richland High School's auditorium followed the unveiling at The Stadium; and

 

Whereas, Harold Goodwin from the Class of 1992 is currently the assistant head coach and run-game coordinator for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.  A two-time Super Bowl champion, he coached for the Chicago Bears from 2004 to 2006, the Pittsburgh Steelers from 2007 to 2011, the Indianapolis Colts in 2012, and the Arizona Cardinals from 2013 to 2018; and

 

Whereas, Jonathan Goodwin from the Class of 1997 has played for the New York Jets, the New Orleans Saints, and the San Francisco 49ers.  He has played in two Super Bowls during his NFL career, winning Super Bowl XLIV during his time with the New Orleans Saints; and

 

Whereas, Ernie Jackson from the Class of 1968 played for the New Orleans Saints from 1972 to 1977, the Atlanta Falcons in 1978, and the Detroit Lions in 1979.  He was honored with induction into Duke University's Athletics Hall of Fame in 1986; and

 

Whereas, Brandon Jamison from the Class of 2000 played for the Atlanta Falcons in 2006 and the Carolina Panthers from 2006 to 2007; and

 

Whereas, Lance Laury from the Class of 2000 played for the Seattle Seahawks from 2006 to 2009 and the New York Jets in 2010; and

 

Whereas, David Patten from the Class of 1992 was a three-time Super Bowl champion.  He played for the New York Giants from 1997 to 1999, the Cleveland Browns in 2000, the New England Patriots from 2001 to 2004, the Washington Commanders from 2005 to 2006, and the New Orleans Saints from 2007 to 2008.  He passed away in 2021 and will be honored posthumously; and

 

Whereas, Richard Seymour from the Class of 1997 was elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2022.  He played for the New England Patriots from 2001 to 2008 and the Oakland Raiders from 2009 to 2012.  Not only a three-time Super Bowl champion, he was also selected for the Pro Bowl seven times and the NFL 2000s All-Decade Team.  He played on the New England Patriots' 50th Anniversary Team and was inducted into the New England Patriots Hall of Fame in 2020; and

 

Whereas, Sanders Shiver from the Class of 1972 played for the Baltimore Colts from 1976 to 1983 and the Miami Dolphins from 1984 to 1985, and he coached at Bowie State University from 1986 to 1992; and

 

Whereas, Gene Washington from the Class of 1972 played for the New York Giants in 1979; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina Senate values the pride and respect that these outstanding athletes have brought to their alma mater and to the Palmetto State, and the members applaud their impressive success.  Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the Senate:

 

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, recognize and honor nine alumni of Lower Richland High School whose careers included playing or coaching in the National Football League and congratulate them on their outstanding career success.

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