A house RESOLUTION

 

to recognize the pendleton recreation association 12U All-star baseball team for their historic 2026 season, to congratulate them for winning the south carolina D2 "0" zone state championship title, and for advancing to the world series in Mississippi.   

 

Whereas, the Pendleton Recreation Association 12U All-Star Baseball Team, proudly known as the Pendleton Bulldogs, demonstrated exceptional talent, teamwork, perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication throughout the 2026 baseball season; and

 

Whereas, the Pendleton Bulldogs earned the 2026 South Carolina Dizzy Dean D2 "0" Zone State Championship, securing the opportunity to represent the State of South Carolina at the Dizzy Dean 12U World Series in Mississippi; and

 

Whereas, the team's advancement marked the first appearance by a Pendleton 12U baseball team in the World Series in twenty-six years, making history for the Pendleton Recreation Association and the Town of Pendleton; and

 

Whereas, throughout their championship season and World Series competition, the players demonstrated outstanding athletic ability, respect for their opponents, exemplary character, positive attitudes, and pride in representing their hometown and the State of South Carolina; and

 

Whereas, the Town of Pendleton recognizes the dedication and countless hours invested by Head Coach Douglas Stettler, Assistant Coach Johnny Leopard, and Assistant Coach Nathan Leopard, whose leadership and commitment helped guide these young athletes to an extraordinary season; and

 

Whereas, the town further recognizes the unwavering support and encouragement provided by the players' families, volunteers, sponsors, the Pendleton Recreation Association, and the entire       community, whose collective efforts contributed to this historic achievement; and

 

Whereas, the members of the 2026 Pendleton Recreation Association 12U All-Star Baseball Team are Cowan Crawford, Bennett Saalfeld, Colton Craft, Jax Thomason, Dylan Lockaby, Bentley Leopard, Charlie McPhail, Caleb Stettler, Isson Baker, Colt Wood, Javy Maldonado, and Mason Wall; and

 

Whereas, although their World Series run concluded in Mississippi, the Pendleton Bulldogs returned home as champions in the hearts of their community, having represented Pendleton with distinction, integrity, and Bulldog pride while inspiring future generations of young athletes. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize the Pendleton Recreation Association 12U All-Star Baseball Team for their historic 2026 season, to congratulate them for winning the South Carolina D2 "0" Zone State Championship title, and for advancing to the World Series in Mississippi.    

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Pendleton Recreation Association 12U All-Star Baseball team. 

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