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HR 865

CONGRATS-ROGER STIEG

104th Regular Session Introduced by Charlie Meier

The bill formally commends Roger Stieg for his achievements in high school and college basketball and his 33-year career in education and coaching.

Resolution Adopted
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Bill Summary · HR 865

Summary of HR0865 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Purpose and Intent

  • This is a House Resolution that honors and congratulates Roger Stieg for being recognized at the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association (IBCA) Hall of Fame Annual Awards in 2026.
  • It formally acknowledges Stieg’s achievements as a player at both the high school and college levels, as well as his long-standing career in education and coaching.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • The resolution documents a retrospective of Roger Stieg’s athletic career, including:
    • High School: Played for Nashville High School (1975–1979) with multiple titles (three conference, three regional, two sectional) and a Class A state championship.
    • High School Scoring: Nashville High School career scoring leader for 27 years with 1,616 points.
    • College: Attended the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), earning four letters in men’s basketball (1980–1983) and contributing to Ole Miss’s first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance in 1981.
    • Postseason Play: Ole Miss participated in the National Invitation Tournament (NIT) in 1980, 1982, and 1983.
    • Career Stats: Played in 121 college games, scored 957 points (7.9 ppg), and held a top career field goal percentage record of 56.0% (ranked first at the end of his career and still among the top four all-time).
    • Honors: Named third-team All-SEC by The Associated Press as a senior.
    • Education and Career: Earned a business degree and teaching certification in 1984; taught mathematics at Centralia High School for 33 years and coached boys’ and girls’ basketball teams until 2018.
  • The resolution serves as an official commendation from the Illinois House of Representatives.
  • It requests the presentation of a suitable copy of the resolution to Roger Stieg as a symbol of esteem and respect.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Roger Stieg is the primary honoree.
  • The resolution recognizes his athletic and educational contributions.
  • The House of Representatives (and by extension the state) formally endorses and communicates appreciation for his achievements.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsor: Rep. Charles Meier (with a co-sponsor).
  • Action history:
    • Filed with the Clerk: May 5, 2026.
    • Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions: May 6, 2026.
    • Adopted by the Illinois House: May 6, 2026.
  • This is a ceremonial resolution; it does not create new law or appropriations. It functions as an official state commendation.

Notable Details

  • The resolution highlights a multi-level athletic career (high school, college) and a long tenure in education and coaching.
  • It emphasizes Stieg’s impact on athletics and his local and university communities.

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