SJR40 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Gerald H. AllenSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Bobby Sprowl, commended

Summary

SJR40 is a resolution that commends Coach Bobby Sprowl for his outstanding and long career as Shelton State Community College's head baseball coach.

What This Bill Does

It formally recognizes and honors Coach Bobby Sprowl for his achievements and contributions to Shelton State Community College's baseball program. It highlights his long tenure, numerous wins, national tournament appearances, conference titles, and various Hall of Fame honors, along with his impact on players who advanced to four-year schools and MLB. This is a ceremonial action and does not create new laws or funding.

Who It Affects

• Coach Bobby Sprowl and his family receive formal recognition and honor from the Alabama Legislature.
• Shelton State Community College Buccaneers community (players, coaches, staff, alumni, and supporters) gains official recognition of the program's history and success.

Key Provisions

• Commends Coach Bobby Sprowl for his outstanding head coaching career at Shelton State Community College.
• Cites his achievements, including a 1,143-701 coaching record, six NJCAA World Series appearances, and six ACCC State Tournament victories.
• Notes his background as a University of Alabama player with All-American and All-SEC honors, his MLB experience, and multiple honors (UA All-Century Team, 2009 Alabama Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame, five-time ACCC Coach of the Year; will be inducted into the NJCAA Baseball Hall of Fame).
• Declares the resolution as a formal expression of respect and best wishes from the Legislature, dedicated to Coach Sprowl.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions