The resolution congratulates Coach Ben Harris on his induction into the National High School Sports Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2025. The induction ceremony is scheduled for June 14, 2025, in Canton, Ohio, a city known for its significance in professional football. Coach Harris, a former quarterback at Alabama State University and a graduate of Toulminville High School in Mobile, Alabama, is recognized for his remarkable coaching career, particularly at Blount High School in Prichard, Alabama, where he transformed a struggling program into a powerhouse, leading the team to four state championships and a notable 100-30 record.
Beyond his impressive win-loss record, Coach Harris is celebrated for his commitment to building character and empowering young athletes, earning accolades such as Mobile County Citizen of the Year and multiple Coach of the Year honors. His contributions to high school football have also been recognized with inductions into various halls of fame, solidifying his legacy in Alabama's sports history. The resolution expresses the legislature's highest regard for Coach Harris and wishes him continued success in his future endeavors.