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This resolution commends Mr. John T. Grant, Jr. for his exceptional leadership as Executive Director of the Cricket Celebration Bowl and the MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff, recognizing his significant contributions to Black college athletics and the Atlanta community. The resolution highlights his role in elevating the MEAC/SWAC Challenge Kickoff into a major annual event and the Cricket Celebration Bowl into a premier championship for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), which has increased national exposure for HBCU football. It also acknowledges his extensive career in leadership positions, including his work with 100 Black Men of Atlanta and his influence on major sporting events in Atlanta, noting his numerous awards and recognitions for his business acumen and community impact.

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