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H 5645

Matrick Belton, wrestling champ

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terry Alexander and 119 co-sponsors

South Carolina recognizes Matrick Mondre Belton for his professional wrestling achievements and for serving as a positive ambassador for Columbia and the state.

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Bill Summary · H 5645

Summary of Bill H 5645 (Session 2025-2026, South Carolina)

Title

House Resolution recognizing and honoring Matrick Mondre "Trick Williams" Belton for achievements in professional wrestling and his role as a positive ambassador for Columbia, South Carolina, and the state.

Aim and purpose

  • The bill is a House Resolution (a ceremonial measure) that formally recognizes and honors Matrick Mondre Belton, a Columbia native, for notable accomplishments in professional wrestling.
  • It emphasizes Belton’s role as a positive ambassador for his hometown, his community, the state of South Carolina, and his family.

Key provisions

  • Recognition of Belton’s achievements in professional wrestling, including milestones listed in the resolution:
    • Birth and early life details (Columbia native, born May 26, 1994).
    • Amateur/college athletic background (Keenan High School, Hampton University, University of South Carolina, degree in physical education, 2016).
    • Professional wrestling career beginning in 2018 as “Sweet Daddy Trick,” later signing with WWE in 2021 and debuting as “Trick Williams.”
    • Notable championships and accomplishments:
    • WWE United States Champion (as of April 19, 2026, defeating Sami Zayn in Paradise, Nevada).
    • Two-time NXT Champion.
    • NXT North American Champion.
    • Winner of the 2023 Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge.
    • 2025 TNA World Championship winner (first WWE-contracted wrestler to win a TNA title).
  • The resolution states Belton’s contributions as a role model for young athletes and as a respected ambassador for South Carolina.

Who is affected

  • The primary effect is ceremonial recognition by the South Carolina House of Representatives.
  • It serves to publicly acknowledge Belton’s achievements and role as an ambassador, which may influence community pride and inspiration within Columbia and South Carolina.
  • The resolution is presented to Belton.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Status: Introduced and adopted on May 5, 2026.
  • Sponsor and co-sponsors: Large slate of House members from various districts, indicating broad bipartisan or cross-district support.
  • As a resolution, it does not create new law, impose regulatory changes, or allocate funds. It is a formal accolade and statement of recognition.

Notable context

  • The bill compiles a brief biographical narrative and highlights the convergence of Belton’s athletic background from high school through college, then professional wrestling success on national platforms (WWE and TNA) and his impact as a public figure from South Carolina.

Bottom line

H 5645 is a ceremonial House Resolution recognizing Matrick Mondre "Trick Williams" Belton for his professional wrestling achievements and his status as a positive representative of Columbia and the State of South Carolina. It commemorates his career milestones and presents a formal commendation from the South Carolina House.

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

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