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TO RECOGNIZE AND COMMEND THE FORT DORCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING TEAM FOR ITS OUTSTANDING SEASON AND FOR CAPTURING THE 2007 CLASS AAAA DUAL STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE, AND TO HONOR THE TEAM'S EXCEPTIONAL PLAYERS, COACH, AND STAFF.
Whereas, the Patriots of Fort Dorchester High School defeated Hillcrest 31-22 on Saturday, February 10, 2007, at the Lugoff-Elgin Gymnasium, to capture the 2007 Class AAAA Dual State Championship title; and
Whereas, standouts Robert Quinn, Daunte Nixon, and Gerald Jenkins added luster to the team's championship showing by grabbing individual state titles; and
Whereas, Coach B.D. LaPrad, with grueling practices, hard work, and determination, built his wrestling program into a championship team and set a record of his own as the first South Carolina coach to win three state wrestling championships at three different schools; and
Whereas, this crowning victory caps an excellent season for the Patriots, their final record being 26-1; and
Whereas, the Patriots have brought great pride and recognition to their school and community, and the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives are pleased to have this opportunity to recognize such a wonderful group of young men. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and commend the Fort Dorchester High School wrestling team for its outstanding season and for capturing the 2007 Class AAAA Dual State Championship title, and honor the team's exceptional players, coach, and staff.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the principal of Fort Dorchester High School, Tim Payne, and Coach B.D. LaPrad.
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