A house RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR THE WEST FLORENCE HIGH SCHOOL LADIES TENNIS TEAM, COACHES, AND SCHOOL OFFICIALS FOR A REMARKABLE SEASON AND TO CONGRATULATE THEM FOR WINNING THE 2025 SOUTH CAROLINA CLASS AAAAA DIVISION II STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE.

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to learn that the members of the West Florence tennis team captured the state title at the tournament held at the Cayce Tennis and Fitness Center on Saturday, November 8, 2025; and

 

Whereas, to the delight of their faithful fans, the West Florence Lady Knights defeated a field of competitive rivals to reach the final game of the season and to win the first state trophy in the program's history against T.L. Hanna High School by a score of 4-2 and finished the season with a 23-l record; and

 

Whereas, team standouts included Shelby White who was named the 2025 Class 5A/4A Individual State Champion, the first state tennis champion in the school's history. She and Grace Murrell were named All-State players, and Emma Watford was named the North-South All-Star Player; and

 

Whereas, throughout the 2025 season, the Lady Knights demonstrated an extraordinary work ethic, resilience, and sportsmanship. Their success was achieved through teamwork, commitment, and respect for their peers and competitors alike. Beyond athletic performance, these students consistently model leadership and integrity, setting a powerful example for younger athletes; and

 

Whereas, the team's contributions have extended far beyond competition. They have engaged in community outreach efforts, such as student government, National Honor Society, Act of Kindness Club, PEARLS, Beta Club, National Technical Honor Society, HOSA, and STEM program, all of which strengthen connections within the district and reflect values that align with the spirit of public service and civic engagement; and

 

Whereas, in a sport that exacts measured strength, speed, and agility, Head Coach Abby Sullivan, named the 2025 SCACA Coach of the Year and North-South All-Star Coach, along with her skilled coaching staff, maximized their own athletic ability and experience through rigorous training to hone a championship-caliber team and teach these athletes lessons that will prove invaluable through life both on and off the tennis court; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives values the pride and recognition that the West Florence tennis players have brought to their school and their community, and the members look forward to following their continued achievements in the days ahead. 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 West Florence High School ladies tennis team, coaches, and school officials for a remarkable season and congratulate them for winning the 2025 South Carolina Class AAAAA Division II State Championship title.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Principal April Leroy and Coach Abby Sullivan.

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