HR38 Alabama 2025 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Matthew HammettRepresentative

Republican

Session

2025 Regular Session

Title

Ricky Knight, commended

Summary

The Alabama House is honoring Coach Ricky Knight with a formal commendation for his retirement after a distinguished 40-year coaching career at LBW Community College.

What This Bill Does

The House approves a resolution commending Ricky Knight for his retirement and his long career as head coach of LBW's men’s and women’s basketball teams. It highlights his championships, awards, and leadership, as well as his impact on student-athletes and the LBW community. It notes that LBW will honor him on February 17, 2025, before the final home game, and it expresses best wishes for his health and happiness in retirement.

Who It Affects

• Coach Ricky Knight, who receives formal public commendation and recognition for his career and retirement.
• Lurleen B. Wallace Community College and its athletic program, which are acknowledged for Knight's impact and will host an honor in his retirement.

Key Provisions

• Commends Coach Ricky Knight for his 40 years at LBW as head coach of the men's and women's basketball teams.
• Recognizes his professional playing career overseas and his coaching achievements, including state championships and national appearances, as well as leadership and awards.
• Announces that LBW will honor Knight on February 17, 2025, prior to the final home basketball game at Seth Hammett Gymnasium.
• Expresses gratitude and best wishes for Knight's health and happiness in retirement and acknowledges his lasting legacy.

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Subjects

Resolutions