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SR 176

A RESOLUTION honoring the Murray High School Tigers boys' soccer team, 2025 Kentucky 2A soccer champions.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jason Howell

The resolution formally honors and congratulates the Murray High School Tigers for winning the 2025 Kentucky 2A Boys’ State Soccer Championship.

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 176

Summary of SR 176 (2026RS) – Kentucky

Overview

  • Type: Senate Resolution
  • Jurisdiction: Kentucky
  • Title: A RESOLUTION honoring the Murray High School Tigers boys' soccer team, 2025 Kentucky 2A soccer champions
  • Purpose: Public recognition and commendation of Murray High School Tigers for winning the 2025 Kentucky 2A Boys' State Soccer Championship
  • Sponsor: Senator Jason Howell (co-sponsor)

Main Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly honor and congratulate the Murray High School Tigers for being the 2025 Kentucky 2A State Boys’ Soccer Champions.
  • To acknowledge the team’s performance, leadership, and representation of the school and state athletic achievement.
  • To express best wishes to the team and coaching staff for future endeavors.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Section 1: Formal congratulations and recognition
    • The Kentucky Senate honors the Murray High School Tigers and Head Coach Jared Rosa for winning the 2025 Kentucky 2A Boys’ State Soccer Championship.
    • Commends the team for outstanding play, and extends good fortune to all team members and coaches in future endeavors.
  • Section 2: Procedure for transmission
    • Requires the Clerk of the Senate to transmit a copy of the Resolution to Senator Jason Howell for presentation to the team.

Who and What Would Be Affected

  • Affected parties: Murray High School Tigers boys’ soccer team (and coaching staff), Murray High School, and associated supporters.
  • Public recognition only; does not impose legal or regulatory changes, funding changes, or policy shifts.
  • The resolution serves as an official ceremonial honor within the Kentucky General Assembly.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction: March 18, 2026
  • Senate Committee Action: March 18, 2026 (to Committee on Committees)
  • Floor Action: March 20, 2026 (to Senate Floor)
  • Final Adoption: April 15, 2026 (adopted by voice vote)
  • Post-adoption: Clerk to transmit the signed copy to Senator Jason Howell for presentation to the team

Notable Details

  • The 2A Championship context: The Kentucky 2A Championships were established in 2018 for schools with enrollments too large for All A but under 1,000 students; first boys’ soccer tournament in 2021.
  • Specific achievement details cited:
    • Championship game: Murray defeated Rowan County High School 4-0 on September 14, 2025, at Steele Stadium (Kentucky Wesleyan College).
    • Key players highlighted: Kellen Crouch (two goals), Brodie Morris (two goals), with assists from Drew Foley and Brady Burkeen.
    • Final season record: 20 wins, 1 loss, 1 tie; averaged 4.3+ goals per game; 12 shutouts in 22 matches.
    • Head Coach: Jared Rosa (nine seasons, over 150 wins).

Bottom Line

SR 176 is a ceremonial Senate resolution recognizing and honoring the Murray High School Tigers for their 2025 Kentucky 2A State Soccer Championship performance, celebrating athletic excellence and school pride, with a formal process for presentation to the team.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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