A senate RESOLUTION

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR darius rush for his excellence as an athlete and as an individual.

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are pleased to recognize Darius Rush; and

Whereas, a native of Kingstree, Darius was born to parents Sonya Rush Haroin and the late George Haroin. He has two siblings, his older brother, Marcus Rush, and his sister, Kayla Rush. He attended C.E. Murray High School in Williamsburg County, where he led the school in athletics. A true multi-sport athlete, he competed in football, basketball, track and field, baseball, and golf; and

Whereas, during his high school track career, Darius won the state championship in the triple jump two consecutive years and the state championship in the high jump; and

Whereas, he also led his C.E. Murray High School football team to the State Championship game vs. Lamar in 2015, where his team became state runner-up. During his high school football career, he served as team captain for two years and was named a three-time Class IA All-State and All-Region; and

Whereas, for his outstanding athletic abilities, Darius was awarded a full athletic scholarship to the University of South Carolina under head coach Will Muschamp; and

Whereas, during his junior year at the University of South Carolina, Darius completed twenty-five tackles, defended eight passes, and intercepted one pass. His senior year, he completed thirty-eight tackles, defended seven passes, intercepted two passes, and forced one fumble; and

Whereas, Darius epitomizes the courage, determination, leadership, and character necessary to attain excellence in athletic performance and as an individual; and

Whereas, he was named All-Southeastern Conference (SEC), All-Academic Honor Roll, and was a four-year letterman and two-year starter as a cornerback. He graduated from the University of South Carolina in May 2021 with a degree in Sports and Entertainment Management; and

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate greatly appreciate the dedication and commitment that Darius has shown in his athletic endeavors. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate:

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, recognize and honor Darius Rush for his excellence as an athlete and as an individual.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Darius Rush.

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