A house RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR THE THOMAS SUMTER ACADEMY VARSITY COMPETITION CHEER SQUAD, COACHES, AND SCHOOL OFFICIALS FOR AN OUTSTANDING SEASON AND TO CONGRATULATE THEM FOR CAPTURING THE 2025 SOUTH CAROLINA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL ASSOCIATION STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE.

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives are pleased to learn that the Thomas Sumter Academy varsity competition cheer squad earned top honors at the 2025 South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) Class 3A/4A State Cheer Competition, held in November 2025. The varsity gameday team also distinguished itself by securing a third-place finish; and

 

Whereas, demonstrating exceptional skill, determination, and teamwork, the Lady Generals triumphed over a highly competitive field to claim the state championship title; and

 

Whereas, the championship team is comprised of twenty-one dedicated student athletes:  Abigail Rocheleau, Addison Conyers, Emma Jackson, Audrey Allen, Bella Tisdale, Kaylee Grace Smith, Maddi Smith, Hannah Giddings, Gabby Tisdale, Hudson Laney, Julia Andrade, Jenna Ray, Paisley Claypool, Sadie Cox, Lila Kate Stines, Adley Boykin, Layla Blackmon, Mollie Gray Rogers, Reagan Hinson, Remi Yelenic, and Ryann Stokes; and

 

Whereas, in a sport that demands precision, strength and grace, Coaches Deseree Allen, Jennifer Brazell and Jessica Reid, have cultivated a championship-caliber program, instilling in these student athletes the discipline, confidence, and character necessary for success both on and off the mat; and

 

Whereas, the House of Representatives takes great pride in recognizing the excellence and sportsmanship demonstrated by the Thomas Sumter Academy varsity competition cheer squad, whose achievements bring honor to their school and community.  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 Thomas Sumter Academy varsity competition cheer squad, coaches, and school officials for an outstanding season and congratulate them for capturing the 2025 South Carolina Independent School Association State Championship title.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Principal Ben Herod and Coaches Deseree Allen, Jennifer Brazell, and Jessica Reid.

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