COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Louisiana Blazers Elite youth softball team on winning the 2026 USA Softball 16u National Championship

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dixon McMakin

Louisiana recognizes the Louisiana Blazers Elite 16U softball team for winning the 2026 USA Softball 16U National Championship and urges continued excellence.

Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.

Summary of HR 399 (2026 Regular Session, Louisiana)

Purpose and intent

HR 399 is a House Resolution that commends the Louisiana Blazers Elite youth softball team for winning the 2026 USA Softball 16U National Championship.

The resolution aims to recognize the team’s achievement and encourage continued excellence in competition and development.

Key provisions and changes

Formal commendation: The Louisiana House of Representatives expresses commendation to the Louisiana Blazers Elite 16U softball team and the organization.

Encouragement: The resolution invites and urges the team members to continue their hard work and strive for greatness in future competition.

Context and background provided: The resolution offers context about the program (ages from 8U to 18U, focus on development and college aspirations) and highlights that the 16U team won the national championship in Oklahoma City (summer 2025), going undefeated in 11 games, with strong defensive performance (shutouts in quarterfinals, semifinals, and championship).

Who or what is affected

Beneficiary: The Louisiana Blazers Elite youth softball organization and its 16U team, its coaches (Will Spencer, JC Fressina, Logan Lewis), and listed team members.

Broader impact: The recognition reflects positively on youth softball in Louisiana and may influence community pride, local support, and participation in the sport.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Status: Enrolled and adopted; the action history notes the bill’s read by title, suspension of rules, and adoption on May 31, 2026.

Sponsor: Primary sponsor is Representative McMakin, with co-sponsor Representative Dixon McMakin.

No fiscal impact or statutory changes: As a resolution, HR 399 does not create new law or allocate funds; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment from the Legislature.

Notable details

The 16U team is the first Louisiana team to win the USA Softball national championship in any age group.

Team accomplishment specifics cited: undefeated in 11 games, 58 runs scored, 8 runs allowed; shutouts in quarterfinals, semifinals, and championship.

Team composition highlighted: roster includes players such as Jeanne Janise, Harper Fresina, Riley Williams, and others, along with coaches Will Spencer, JC Fressina, and Logan Lewis.

Overall, HR 399 serves as an official, ceremonial commendation from the Louisiana House of Representatives recognizing a historic youth softball achievement by the Louisiana Blazers Elite 16U team and encouraging continued success.