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HJR 589

Memorials, Sports - York Agricultural Institute Dragonettes -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Kelly Keisling

Ceremonial memorial recognizing the York Agricultural Institute Dragonettes for their 2025 state tournament runner-up finish and season achievements; no new law or funding.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 589

Summary of HJR 589 (York Agricultural Institute Dragonettes)

What it is

  • Type: House Joint Resolution (memorial)
  • Sponsor: Keisling
  • Title: Memorials, Sports — York Agricultural Institute Dragonettes
  • Status: Signed by Governor (ceremonial recognition; no new law or funding)
  • Introduced: April 7, 2025
  • Final Action: Governor signed on April 24, 2025 after passage by both chambers

Purpose and scope

HJR 589 serves to honor and commend the York Agricultural Institute Dragonettes girls’ basketball team for finishing as the runner-up in the 2025 TSSAA Division I, Class 2A state tournament. The resolution extols the team’s athletic achievement, character, and contribution to the school and community, and it conveys the General Assembly’s best wishes for the players’ future endeavors.

Key provisions and details

  • Recitation of achievement: Runner-up finish in the 2025 TSSAA Division I, Class 2A state tournament; proud representation in the state competition at Middle Tennessee State University (Murphy Center).
  • Season overview:
    • Entered regional competition as District 5 champions
    • Regional wins: Trousdale County (68-31), Westmoreland (48-12), Jackson County (67-44)
    • Sectional win: Pearl-Cohn (62-26)
    • State tournament results: defeated Memphis Business (44-43) in quarterfinals; defeated Gatlinburg-Pittman (60-45) in semifinals; finished as runners-up
    • Overall season record: 30-6
  • All-Tournament recognition: Reese Beaty, Cali Franklin, Emma Cooper, and Raylee Werner named to the All-Tournament team
  • Team roster acknowledgments: Noted players include Emma Pile, Josie Crabtree, Addison Moon, Coraline Crabtree, Josie Ashburn, Addison McElhaney, Zoe Gibson, Emily Doss, Hannah Whitney, Katelyn Rich, and others
  • Mentions coaches: Head Coach Michael Green; Assistant Coach Crystal Rich
  • Purpose of publication: To present an official copy to the Dragonettes and their supporters, recognizing their season and accomplishments

Who is affected

  • York Agricultural Institute Dragonettes players and coaching staff
  • York Agricultural Institute community, families, and fans
  • The broader Tennessee General Assembly, which recognizes outstanding student-athletes through ceremonial resolutions

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introductory actions: Filed April 7, 2025; placed on consent calendar for April 9
  • Senate actions: Engrossed (April 9); transmitted to Senate; concurrent passage (April 14)
  • House/Senate approvals: House Speaker and Senate Speaker signatures (April 15-16)
  • Transmission to Governor: April 21
  • Enactment: Signed by Governor (April 24, 2025)

Significance and impact

This is a ceremonial acknowledgment designed to celebrate athletic excellence, teamwork, and community pride. It does not create or modify law or funding opportunities but serves to publicly honor the Dragonettes’ outstanding season and to inspire other student-athletes.

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

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