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HJR259 Alabama 2012 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Session
Regular Session 2012
Title
Barbour County High School Jaguars Basketball Team, commended
Summary

This House Joint Resolution congratulates the Barbour County High School Jaguars on winning the 2012 Class 2A State Basketball Championship and completing an unbeaten 34-0 season.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the bill formally recognizes and congratulates the Barbour County High School Jaguars, their coach, and players. It notes the championship win over Vincent High School (55-38) and highlights historic milestones like the unbeaten season being Barbour County's first and the first such achievement by a Alabama HSAA boys team since 2003. It also acknowledges the team members and Takwain Whigham as tournament MVP, and extends best wishes for continued success on and off the court.

Who It Affects
  • Barbour County High School Jaguars and their supporters (students, families, teachers, staff, and fans), who receive formal recognition and pride.
  • The Barbour County community and Alabama high school sports community, which gain statewide recognition of a historic athletic achievement and inspiration from the team's success.
Key Provisions
  • Congratulates Barbour County High School Jaguars on their 2012 Class 2A State Basketball Championship and perfect 34-0 season.
  • Cites the championship game result: 55-38 win over Vincent High School Yellow Jackets; notes it as Barbour County's third state title and first undefeated season in the county's history; first undefeated Alabama HSAA boys team since 2003.
  • Recognizes leadership of Coach Raymond White and lists team members; Notes Takwain Whigham as Most Valuable Player of the tournament.
  • Expresses pride for the team and extends best wishes for continued success on the basketball court and beyond.
AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects
Resolutions, Congratulatory

Bill Actions

Delivered to Governor at 10:20 a. m. on March 22, 2012.

Assigned Act No. 2012-156.

Clerk of the House Certification

Signature Requested

Enrolled

Passed Second House

Orr motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

Galliher motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature