A resolution recognizing the 2006-2007 Antioch High School Lady Bears’ Basketball Team.

WHEREAS, this superlative team completed a successful regular season of basketball competition by bouncing their way through their opponents, while posting an outstanding regular season record of 30 wins and 7 losses, advancing to the TSSAA State Tournament by capturing the Section Championship and the District 12 AAA Championship; and

WHEREAS, in addition to Head Coach Mary Beth Coombs’ able leadership, the team benefited from the hard work and guidance of Assistant Coaches Lindy Brown and Kevin Aigbe, Athletic Principal Bruce Curtis and Executive Principal Dr. Margaret Bess; and

WHEREAS, the members of this remarkable team are Jasmine Gunn, Rakelle Riley, Kirtrell Brown, Ashley Whitmore, Keri Kennedy, Christina Turner, Skylar Peterson, Sydnei Smith, Camice Watson, Kristen McClain, Kiera Henderson, Chanel White, Jasmine Jordan, Jakeia Suggs, Lindsey Gist, Secret Woodard, Mariah Johnson; and

WHEREAS, this season’s phenomenal effort was led by the outstanding performances of Jasmine Gunn: All District Tournament Team, All Region Team, and Mid-State 3rd Team, Ashley Whitmore: All Region Team, District 12-AAA MVP, Rakelle Riley: All Region Team, Kirtrell Brown: All District Tournament Team, Keri Kennedy: Civitan Sportsmanship Award; and

WHEREAS, the dedication, determination, work ethic, and talent of this group of young ladies not only has made for a successful and memorable basketball season, but also points toward their success in future endeavors; and

WHEREAS, displaying great sportsmanship and outstanding character, the Antioch Lady Bears conducted themselves in a manner appropriate to the integrity of their school and the City of Nashville; and

WHEREAS, this remarkable team are also the Overton Invitational Tournament Champions; and

WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council recognizes the 2006-2007 Antioch Lady Bears’ Basketball Team and our heartiest congratulations go out to the team, coaches, school administrators, and student body.

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

Section 1.  The Metropolitan Council hereby goes on record as recognizing the 2006-2007 Antioch High School Lady Bears’ Basketball Team.

Section 2.  The Metropolitan Council Office is directed to prepare a copy of this Resolution to be presented to Head Coach Mary Beth Coombs, her staff and the players.

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: Sam Coleman, Charlie Tygard, Vivian Wilhoite

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY
Referred:	Rules & Confirmations Committee
Introduced:	May 1, 2007
Adopted:	May 1, 2007
Approved:	May 4, 2007
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