South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026
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H. 5101
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House Resolution
Sponsors: Reps. Pedalino, Alexander, Anderson, Atkinson, Bailey, Ballentine, Bamberg, Bannister, Bauer, Beach, Bernstein, Bowers, Bradley, Brewer, Brittain, Burns, Bustos, Calhoon, Caskey, Chapman, Chumley, Clyburn, Cobb-Hunter, Collins, Cox, Crawford, Cromer, Davis, Dillard, Duncan, Edgerton, Erickson, Ford, Forrest, Frank, Gagnon, Garvin, Gatch, Gibson, Gilliam, Gilliard, Gilreath, Govan, Grant, Guest, Guffey, Haddon, Hager, Hardee, Harris, Hart, Hartnett, Hartz, Hayes, Henderson-Myers, Herbkersman, Hewitt, Hiott, Hixon, Holman, Hosey, Howard, Huff, J.E. Johnson, J.L. Johnson, Jones, Jordan, Kilmartin, King, Kirby, Landing, Lastinger, Lawson, Ligon, Long, Lowe, Luck, Magnuson, Martin, McCabe, McCravy, McDaniel, McGinnis, C. Mitchell, D. Mitchell, Montgomery, J. Moore, T. Moore, Morgan, Moss, Neese, B. Newton, W. Newton, Oremus, Pace, Pope, Rankin, Reese, Rivers, Robbins, Rose, Rutherford, Sanders, Schuessler, Scott, Sessions, G.M. Smith, M.M. Smith, Spann-Wilder, Stavrinakis, Taylor, Teeple, Terribile, Vaughan, Waters, Weeks, Wetmore, White, Whitmire, Wickensimer, Williams, Willis, Wooten and Yow
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Introduced in the House on February 5, 2026
Adopted by the House on February 5, 2026
HISTORY OF LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS
| Date | Body | Action Description with journal page number |
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| 2/5/2026 | House | Introduced and adopted |
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VERSIONS OF THIS BILL
A house RESOLUTION
TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR THE EAST CLARENDON HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL TEAM, COACHES, AND SCHOOL OFFICIALS FOR AN EXTRAORDINARY SEASON AND TO CONGRATULATE THEM FOR WINNING THE 2025 SOUTH CAROLINA CLASS AA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE.
Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to recognize the outstanding achievement of the East Clarendon High School softball team of Turbeville, which captured the 2025 South Carolina Class AA State Championship title at the championship series, its first since 2017; and
Whereas, cheered on by an enthusiastic crowd, the Lady Wolverines secured a 5-3 victory over a strong and competitive Saluda High School team to claim the state championship on Saturday, May 31, 2025; and
Whereas, the Lady Wolverines jumped out early with two runs in the first inning and leaned on a dominant performance from senior pitcher Laiklyn Gaskins, who struck out eleven and allowed just four hits. Gaskins, who pitched with poise even after giving up a late home run, has been a staple for East Clarendon in the circle; and
Whereas, the morning of the game, the team gathered at school for a last-minute batting practice session, a change in routine made possible by the altered schedule after Thursday's weather-related postponement. That final batting practice session paid off quickly. Gaskins tripled in the first inning and scored on a bunt single by freshman Zoey Culick. Culick went on to tally three hits and drive in a run in the fifth, showcasing a level of poise beyond her years; and
Whereas, veteran leadership was also key. Seniors Gaskins and second baseman Ann Grace Knowlton were instrumental in shaping the team's identity under Head Coach Jason Newsome, who took over the program two seasons ago; and
Whereas, championship success is built upon exceptional pitching and timely hitting, both of which were on full display as East Clarendon finished the season with a 28-7 overall record; and
Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives commend the East Clarendon High School softball team for the pride, sportsmanship, and recognition that they have brought to their school and community and look forward to their continued success. 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 honor the East Clarendon High School softball team, coaches, and school officials for an extraordinary season and congratulate them for winning the 2025 South Carolina Class AA State Championship title.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Principal Laura Fleming and Head Coach Jason Newsome.
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