Georgia CommonsSenate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 522: Brown Jr., Wendell; congratulate
Last action April 2, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution congratulates Wendell Brown Jr. and his BEST Academy basketball team for winning the 2024-2025 GHSA Class A Division I Boys State Basketball Championship.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Wendell Brown Jr. and the BEST Academy boys basketball team for capturing the school's first-ever state championship in the 2024-2025 season. The resolution names the team's coaches, managers, athletic trainer, and roster of players, praising their athletic ability, teamwork, and season-long performance. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Wendell Brown Jr. as a keepsake of the honor.
What the bill does
- Formally congratulates Wendell Brown Jr. for winning the 2024-2025 GHSA Class A Division I Boys State Basketball Championship.
- Names and recognizes the BEST Academy team's coaches, managers, athletic trainer, and full roster of players.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Wendell Brown Jr.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Wendell Brown Jr., his BEST Academy teammates, coaches Brian Weeden, Mario Lemons Sr., Damian Goodwin, and Jessica Johnson, team managers, and the athletic trainer. It has no legal effect on the general public.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences; it is a symbolic honor from the Georgia Senate. Its practical effect is limited to formally recognizing the team's achievement and giving Wendell Brown Jr. a keepsake copy of the Senate's recognition.
Key provisions
- Recites the BEST Academy team's season performance and its first-ever state championship win.
- Credits coaches Brian Weeden, Mario Lemons Sr., Damian Goodwin, and Jessica Johnson along with team managers and the athletic trainer.
- Lists the team roster by name and jersey number, including Wendell Brown Jr. as #21.
- Resolves that the Senate congratulates Wendell Brown Jr. and wishes him continued success.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Wendell Brown Jr.
From the bill
“the members of this body congratulate Wendell Brown Jr. for winning the 2024-2025 GHSA Class A Division I Boys State Basketball Championship and extend best wishes for continued success”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Jason Esteves (D, SD-35)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-38)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-36)
Topics
- high school sports
- basketball championship
- legislative recognition
- BEST Academy