Whereas, Laurens forced 23 turnovers in the final game and outrebounded Patrick Henry, 4328, without any distinct advantage in height, a significant feat after their 2017 loss in the state finals where a paucity of rebounding had cost Laurens the title; and Whereas, the Lady Crusaders had a concerted team effort led by Taylor Campbell with 16 points while Ruthie Moore followed with 15, Blair Quarles with 8, Jennifer Wu with 7, and Reagan Williamson added 2; and Whereas, in a sport that requires strength, agility, and, accuracy, Head Coach Jason Marlett and his skilled coaching staff capitalized on their own athletic ability and training to produce a championshipcaliber team and teach these athletes lessons that will prove invaluable through life both on and off the court; and Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives appreciate the pride and recognition that the Laurens Academy basketball players have brought to their school and their community and look to hear of their continued accomplishments in the days to come. Now, therefore, Be it resolved by the House of Representatives: That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor the Laurens Academy girls varsity basketball team, coaches, and school officials for an extraordinary season and congratulate them for winning the 2018 South Carolina Independent School Association Class 1A State Championship title. Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Headmaster Todd Kirk and Coach Jason Marlett. XX
Whereas, Laurens forced 23 turnovers in the final game and outrebounded Patrick Henry, 4328, without any distinct advantage in height, a significant feat after their 2017 loss in the state finals where a paucity of rebounding had cost Laurens the title; and Whereas, the Lady Crusaders had a concerted team effort led by Taylor Campbell with 16 points while Ruthie Moore followed with 15, Blair Quarles with 8, Jennifer Wu with 7, and Reagan Williamson added 2; and Whereas, in a sport that requires strength, agility, and, accuracy, Head Coach Jason Marlett and his skilled coaching staff capitalized on their own athletic ability and training to produce a championshipcaliber team and teach these athletes lessons that will prove invaluable through life both on and off the court; and Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives appreciate the pride and recognition that the Laurens Academy basketball players have brought to their school and their community and look to hear of their continued accomplishments in the days to come. Now, therefore, Be it resolved by the House of Representatives: That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor the Laurens Academy girls varsity basketball team, coaches, and school officials for an extraordinary season and congratulate them for winning the 2018 South Carolina Independent School Association Class 1A State Championship title. Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Headmaster Todd Kirk and Coach Jason Marlett. XX
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