The resolution recognizes the Little Rock Parkview Patriots for their achievement as the 2023 Class 5A Football State Champions. The team secured the title by defeating the Shiloh Christian Saints with a score of 55-12 on December 2, 2023, at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock. This victory capped off an impressive 14-0 undefeated season for the Patriots, who ranked No. 1 in their division. Quarterback Eric McGehee played a pivotal role in the championship game, accumulating 319 total yards, throwing four touchdowns, and rushing for one touchdown, earning him the Most Valuable Player award for the second consecutive year.
The resolution also highlights the leadership of Head Coach Brad Bolding and notes that this victory marks the second consecutive year the Patriots have triumphed over the Shiloh Christian Saints in the state title game. The House of Representatives of the Ninety-Fourth General Assembly of the State of Arkansas expresses its recognition of the team's accomplishments and directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to Coach Bolding.