RESOLUTION NO. RS2002-904

A resolution recognizing the 2001 Ezell Harding Christian School "Eagles" Football Team.

WHEREAS, the Ezell Harding Christian School "Eagles" football team completed their regular season with an impressive record of fourteen wins and no losses in marching through their opponents they advanced to the playoffs, as a fitting finale to their remarkable 2001 campaign; and

WHEREAS, on Friday, November 30, 2001, at the inaugural 2001 BlueCross Bowl, the Ezell Harding Christian School "Eagles" football team won the Tennessee Class 1A title with an impressive 63-26 soaring victory over Cloudland High School giving them a perfect season; and

WHEREAS, the phenomenal performance of the team is a clear indication of the outstanding athletic ability, the dedication and hard work, and the unity of purpose and spirit of each member of the team, their superb offensive and defensive talents, and the astute direction of Head Coach Scott Smith; and

WHEREAS, this magnificent team performed with precision during the season and earned its well deserved reputation for high standards of athletic achievement, the quality of its play, and the stiff competition which it presented its opponents; and

WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council honor Head Coach Scott Smith and the Ezell Harding Christian School "Eagles" football team for their outstanding season and achievements in 2001.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:

SECTION 1. The Metropolitan Council hereby goes on record as recognizing the 2001 Ezell Harding Christian School "Eagles" Football Team.

SECTION 2. The Metropolitan Council Office is hereby directed to prepare a certificate to be presented to the Head Coach, Assistant Coaches and each member of the Ezell Harding Christian School football team.

SECTION 3. This Resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.

Sponsored By: Vic Lineweaver

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY
Referred to:	Rules & Confirmations Committee
Introduced:	January 3, 2002
Adopted:	January 3, 2002
Approved:	January 4, 2002
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