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S 1160

Landrum High School girls basketball champs

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tom Corbin

The bill formally recognizes Landrum High School’s girls basketball team for winning the 2026 Class AA state championship.

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Bill Summary · S 1160

Summary of Bill S 1160 (2025-2026) – South Carolina

Title

Landrum High School girls basketball champs

Purpose and Intent

  • A Senate Resolution recognizing and honoring the Landrum High School girls basketball team, coaches, and school officials for a exceptional season and for winning the 2026 South Carolina Class AA State Championship.

Key Provisions and Provisions Details

  • The resolution formally acknowledges the Landrum Lady Cardinals’ achievement in winning the 2026 Class AA state title.
  • It notes the final championship game:
    • Date and location: March 5, 2026, at the Colonial Life Arena in Columbia.
    • Opponent: Atlantic Collegiate Academy.
    • Final score: Landrum 45, Atlantic Collegiate Academy 43.
  • The resolution highlights season context and notable performances:
    • Landrum’s overall record: 20-7.
    • A season landmark: earlier-season 69-61 victory over Spartanburg High School (a larger Class AAAAA school) in the “Battle of the Border.”
    • Upper State championship: 66-47 win over Andrew Jackson High School, securing a bid to the state championship game.
    • Lead-up to the final: Landrum led 33-22 at halftime; Atlantic narrowed the gap to 39-36 after three quarters; final minute featured Delaney Caldwell’s free throw and a late 3-point play by Atlantic that wasn’t enough.
  • Key players and performances highlighted:
    • Delaney Caldwell: 19 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists in the state final.
    • Kylie Fortner: 10 points (season all-time leading scorer for the Lady Cavaliers).
    • Other contributors: Emalynn Bright (7), Hazel Cain (3), Avery Caldwell (3), Leena Schembra (2), Sullivan Price (1).
  • Personnel recognized:
    • Head Coach: Kali Koenig, and the coaching staff.
    • Principal: Dr. J. Kegan Flynn (recipient of the resolution).
  • Formal recognition:
    • The Senate expresses gratitude for the team’s championship achievement and the positive impact on Landrum High School and the surrounding community.
    • A copy of the resolution is to be presented to the principal and to Coach Kali Koenig.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Landrum High School girls basketball team (players), coaching staff, and school officials.
  • Secondary: Landrum High School community, supporters, and fans.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Introduced and adopted on April 29, 2026.
  • Sponsor: Primary sponsor unspecified, with co-sponsor noted as Tom Corbin.
  • Legislative effect: A ceremonial (non-binding) recognition resolution, honoring the achievement and commemorating the championship.

Impact and Significance

  • Symbolic value: Official state-level recognition of a high school athletic achievement, highlighting school spirit, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
  • Civic utility: Provides a formal record of the achievement and can be used for school pride, historic documentation, and community motivation.
  • No monetary or policy changes are enacted by this bill; it is an expression of commendation.

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