Bill > SR332

This resolution congratulates the Northeast High School Raiders football team for their outstanding performance during the 2024 season, highlighting their remarkable achievements and community impact. The resolution recognizes the team's historic advancement to the GHSA (Georgia High School Association) Class A Division 1 State Championship for the first time, their impressive 12-3 record, and the exceptional performances of key players like Nick Woodford (2,494 yards, 41 touchdowns), Reginald "Bam" Glover (1,000 rushing and passing yards), Santana Balkcom (nearly 10 tackles per game), Tailen Sampson (eight tackles per game), and Kortnei Williams (10 interceptions). Under Head Coach Jeremy Wiggins' leadership, the team not only demonstrated athletic excellence by hosting the first Macon home semifinal game since 1975 and defeating Fitzgerald 46-14, but also served as role models for perseverance, teamwork, and academic excellence. The resolution officially congratulates the team on their outstanding season, historic state championship run, and positive impact on the East Macon community, with the Senate Secretary directed to distribute an official copy of the resolution to the team.

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71105