COMMENDATIONS: Commends the Sam Houston High School Broncos Baseball Team upon winning the LHSAA 2026 Division I Non-Select state championship.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brett Geymann and 1 co-sponsor

Louisiana commends the Sam Houston High School Broncos for winning back-to-back 2026 LHSAA Division I Non-Select state baseball championships and highlights their teamwork and lead

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate.

Purpose and intent

SCR 85 is a concurrent resolution in Louisiana that commend Sam Houston High School Broncos baseball team for winning the 2026 Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) Division I Non-Select state championship.

The resolution also notes that this victory represents back-to-back state titles and recognizes the team’s exceptional season, resilience, unity, and leadership.

Key provisions and changes

Formal commendation: The Legislature expresses praise and celebration for the Sam Houston Broncos’ 2026 championship.

Acknowledgment of achievement: The resolution highlights the team’s back-to-back state championships and frames the accomplishment as part of the school’s storied baseball program.

Recognition of individuals and roles:

Names and contributions of players are acknowledged (list of team members).
Recognition of team management and coaching staff, including:
Head Coach: Chad Hebert
Assistant coaches: Matt Keller, Robby Norris, Kaden Walker, Cameran Christ, Mike Abshire, Bart Anderson
Team managers: Jack Gilley, JoLeigh Mistric, Mason Stewart, Sylar Hymel

Community and school impact: The resolution commends the team for bringing pride and excitement to Southwest Louisiana and the state, emphasizing sportsmanship and competitive excellence.

Who is affected

Primary: Sam Houston High School Broncos baseball team members (players, coaches, managers, and support staff).

Secondary: The school community, including students, families, alumni, faculty, and supporters, and residents of Southwest Louisiana who take pride in the team’s achievement.

Official action: The resolution directs the Legislature to formally recognize and commend the team and to transmit a copy of the resolution to the head baseball coach, Chad Hebert.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Status: The bill has been introduced and had its Rules suspended, then moved to the calendar for a second reading as of the action history.

Legislative role: A concurrent resolution requiring no new statutes or funding; it serves as formal recognition and ceremonial praise.

Effective date: Not applicable; resolutions of this nature do not typically create enforceable obligations or policies but serve as symbolic acknowledgment.

Notable details

The resolution emphasizes the team’s philosophy, including the “F.A.M.I.L.Y. — Forget About Me, I Love You” motto and the goal of “Run it back 2026.”

Specifics highlighted include a 4-0 championship-clinching win in game three, standout performances from junior pitchers Brytn Gardner and Coleton Donaldson, and senior Carson Christ’s record-setting 10th home run of the season and Outstanding Player honors for the series.

Overall, SCR 85 is a ceremonial, non-binding expression of appreciation from Louisiana’s Legislature for the Sam Houston High School Broncos’ 2026 state baseball championship and their continued contribution to the school and state’s athletic prestige.

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