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HR 1033

TO RECOGNIZE THE PARKVIEW ARTS AND SCIENCES MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL PATRIOTS BOYS' BASKETBALL TEAM AS THE 2026 CLASS 5A STATE CHAMPIONS.

2026 Fiscal Session Introduced by Fred Allen

Arkansas recognizes Parkview Magnet High School Patriots as the 2026 Class 5A state basketball champions and honors their season turnaround and key contributors.

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Bill Summary · HR 1033

Summary of Bill HR 1033 (Session: 2026F, Arkansas)

Purpose

  • Recognizes the Parkview Arts and Sciences Magnet High School Patriots boys' basketball team as the 2026 Class 5A state champions.

Key Provisions

  • Formal resolution declaring that the Parkview Magnet High School Patriots won the 2026 Class 5A state basketball championship.
  • Record of details surrounding the championship:
    • Championship game: overtime win against Marion High School Patriots.
    • Location: Bank OZK Arena, Hot Springs, Arkansas.
    • Final score: 63-57 (Parkview Patriots).
  • Highlights the team’s season turnaround:
    • 2024-2025 season record: 4–25.
    • 2025-2026 season record: 28–5 overall; conference record 15–1.
  • Leadership and staff recognized:
    • Head Coach: Jason Harrison (former Parkview player, 1998 graduate).
    • Assistant coaches: Antoni Lasker, Chanslor Watson, Jamahl Jackson.
    • Support staff: Team manager Josiah Carlock; special assistant Jacob Robert Harrison.
  • Team honors and notable individuals:
    • MVP: Jacob Lanier (four-star guard; committed to University of Nebraska).
    • Lanier and Ayden Hansberry cited for key overtime contributions (scored all 14 overtime points).
    • Lanier named to All-State, All-Conference, and All-Tournament teams; finished season with over 900 points.
    • Coach accolades: Jason Harrison received multiple honors (5A TNL478 Coach of the Year, 2026 5A Central Boys’ Coach of the Year, Arkansas-Democrat Gazette 2026 Boys’ Coach of the Year).
  • Personal and historical notes:
    • Mention of late coach Al Flanigan (deceased December 2025) and his prior encouragement to the team.

Affected Parties

  • Primary beneficiaries: Parkview Arts and Sciences Magnet High School Patriots boys' basketball team and the Parkview community recognizing their achievement.
  • Individuals highlighted:
    • Head Coach Jason Harrison and assistant coaches.
    • Players including Jacob Lanier and Ayden Hansberry.
  • Administrative audience: The Arkansas House of Representatives, with the bill serving as a ceremonial recognition.

Procedural / Timeline Details

  • Filed and read in the House on April 15, 2026, with rules suspended for a second reading.
  • Referred to the Committee on House Management.
  • Co-sponsored by Rep. Fred Allen.
  • Purpose is ceremonial acknowledgment rather than policy or funding changes.

Overall Impact

  • The bill provides formal recognition and public acknowledgment by the Arkansas House of Representatives of the 2026 Class 5A state championship achievement by Parkview Magnet High School Patriots.
  • It highlights a narrative of resilience and success, potentially boosting school pride and commemorating athletic excellence within the district.

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

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