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This resolution honors the Heritage Lady Mountaineers girls' basketball team for winning the 2025 Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) Division I, Class 3A state championship, a historic achievement as the first team state title in the school's history. The resolution highlights the team's impressive 35-2 season record, their playoff journey through regional and sectional competitions, and their championship game victory over Northview Academy 63-43. Despite facing adversity when star player Carsyn Swaney was injured in the semifinals, the team demonstrated resilience, with underclassmen like Kenley Coker, Faith Morris, and Katie Graves stepping up to contribute offensively. The resolution praises the team's unity, team chemistry, and the strategic leadership of Coach Rick Howard and his assistant coaches. It also recognizes individual players' contributions, such as Isabella Hutsell's National Anthem performance and Aleyah Smyth's defensive skills. The document emphasizes the team's character, community support, and potential to inspire future generations of student-athletes. Ultimately, the resolution formally congratulates the team and commits to preparing an official copy of the resolution for presentation.

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