COMMENDATIONS: Commends Courtney McCool Griffeth upon being inducted into the 2026 class of the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Beth Mizell

Courtney McCool Griffeth is formally commended by the Louisiana Senate for her achievements as an Olympian, NCAA champion, and coach, with induction to the USA Gymnastics Hall of F

Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time by title and adopted.

Summary of SR 206 (2026) – Louisiana

Purpose and intent

The bill is a Senate Resolution that commends Courtney McCool Griffeth for being inducted into the 2026 class of the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame.

The resolution recognizes her achievements as an Olympian, NCAA champion, and gymnastics coach, and offers best wishes for her continued success.

Key provisions and changes

Formal commendation: The resolution formally acknowledges Griffeth’s contributions to women’s artistic gymnastics.

Dedication recognition: Highlights Griffeth’s athletic career (Olympian in 2004, NCAA champion, and elite athlete) and her coaching career across multiple institutions.

Induction details: Notes that Griffeth will be honored on August 8, 2026, in conjunction with the 2026 Xfinity U.S. Gymnastics Championships and National Congress and Trade Show in Phoenix, Arizona.

Institutional impact: Describes her roles at several universities (Texas Woman's University, University of Arkansas, University of Utah, University of Georgia, and Louisiana State University) and credits her with contributing to LSU’s 2024 NCAA national championship run as a coach.

Who is affected

Courtney McCool Griffeth: Primary honoree of the resolution.

Louisiana Senate: Officially commemorates Griffeth, adding to the state’s recognition of notable athletes and coaches.

Related institutions (universities where Griffeth coached/competed) and the broader gymnastics community may view the resolution as a formal endorsement of her legacy.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Status: Enrolled Senate Resolution (SR 206) adopted during the 2026 Regular Session.

Passage record: Passed with a final vote of 36 yeas, 0 nays on June 1, 2026.

Next steps: A copy of the resolution is to be transmitted to Courtney McCool Griffeth.

Public-facing timing: Induction ceremony scheduled for August 8, 2026, aligned with national gymnastics events in Phoenix, Arizona.

Observations

The resolution is ceremonial and symbolic, intended to publicly recognize Griffeth’s athletic and coaching achievements.

No fiscal obligations or policy changes accompany the resolution; it serves as official commendation and honor.

If you’d like, I can add a brief biographical timeline of Griffeth’s competitive and coaching milestones based on the text.