SJR45 Alabama 2020 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Cam Ward

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2020

Title

Thompson High School Warriors Football Team, commended

Summary

SJR45 is a Senate Joint Resolution that commends the Thompson High School Warriors Football Team for winning the 2019 Class 7A state championship.

What This Bill Does

It formally recognizes and congratulates the Thompson High School Warriors for winning the 2019 AHSAA Class 7A Football State Championship, highlighting Coach Mark Freeman's leadership and the program's turnaround from 0-10 to state champions in five years. It notes the championship game victory (40-14 over Central-Phenix City at Jordan-Hare Stadium) and provides for a copy of the resolution to be displayed. The resolution is ceremonial and does not create laws or spending obligations.

Who It Affects

• Thompson High School Warriors Football Team and Coach Mark Freeman — receive formal statewide commendation and a display copy of the resolution.
• Residents of Alabama and the state's high school sports community — recognize and celebrate a local team’s achievement, contributing to state pride and community spirit.

Key Provisions

• Commends the Thompson High School Warriors Football Team for winning the 2019 Alabama High School Athletic Association Class 7A Football State Championship.
• Recognizes Coach Mark Freeman for leadership and the program’s turnaround from 0-10 to state champions in five years.
• Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided for appropriate display.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 23, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory