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SR 84

COMMENDATIONS: Commends the St. Louis Catholic High School boys soccer team upon winning the Division III state championship.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Abraham and 2 co-sponsors

The Louisiana Senate formally commends St. Louis Catholic High School’s boys soccer team for winning the Division III state title and honors the players, coaches, and community.

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 4/23/2026.
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Bill Summary · SR 84

Summary of Senate Resolution No. 84 (2026 Regular Session, Louisiana)

1) Purpose and Intent

  • SR 84 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and commending the St. Louis Catholic High School boys soccer team of Lake Charles for winning the Division III state championship.
  • The measure expresses pride in student-athlete achievement and honors the team, coaches, and supporting community.

2) Key Provisions and Changes

  • Declares that the Louisiana Senate commends and congratulates the St. Louis Catholic Saints boys soccer team for capturing the Division III state title with a 1-0 victory over University Laboratory School at Strawberry Stadium.
  • Highlights the team’s overall 20-5 record for the season, its postseason resilience, and notable victories that contributed to the championship run.
  • Recognizes specific game moments and contributions, including:
    • A critical victory at Bossier that ended a longstanding losing streak at that venue.
    • A signature win against Catholic High School (Baton Rouge), featuring a late goal by Cameron Dufrene and a crucial penalty save by Nicholas Jackson.
    • Postseason comebacks in the quarterfinals (against E.D. White Catholic) and semifinals (against Loyola College Prep), with standout performances from Tucker Williams and Will Flavin.
    • The championship match details: a scoreless first half, a goal by Will Flavin in the 34th minute (assisted by Drake Hinton), and Flavin earning Most Outstanding Player honors.
    • Flavin’s return from injury to contribute to the playoff run.
    • Offensive leadership from Ty Pousson (17 goals, 12 assists).
  • Credits the team’s success to leadership from first-year Head Coach Zach Malik and assistant coaches Alexander Stroh, Tyson Green, Matthew Walsh, and Noah Ellender.
  • Acknowledges the contributions of the coaching staff, particularly Alexander Stroh’s extensive opponent scouting and film analysis.
  • Notes the team dedicated its championship run to the memory of tragically lost teammates.
  • Lists the 28 named players who comprised the championship team.
  • States that the resolution serves to extend best wishes for continued success in the future.

3) Who or What Would Be Affected

  • The St. Louis Catholic High School boys soccer team, including players, coaches, and the school community in Lake Charles.
  • The resolution is a ceremonial acknowledgment by the Louisiana Senate and is directed to St. Louis Catholic High School and Head Coach Zach Malik.

4) Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The resolution was read by title and adopted on April 21, 2026.
  • It is an enrolled Senate Resolution (no substantive policy changes; purely ceremonial).
  • Co-sponsors: Senator Mike Reese, Senator Mark Abraham, and Senator Jeremy Stine.

5) Impact and Significance

  • Provides formal official recognition from the Louisiana Legislature for athletic achievement.
  • Highlights values such as discipline, perseverance, teamwork, and community pride.
  • Serves as a historical record of a notable high school athletic accomplishment and honors those involved in the program’s success.

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

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