House Resolution No. ___, introduced by Representative Deshotel, commends the Avoyelles Public Charter School boys' basketball team for winning the Louisiana High School Athletic Association 2024 Division V Select state championship. The team secured their victory by defeating JS Clark Leadership Academy with a close score of 40-38 during the championship game held at Burton Coliseum in Lake Charles, Louisiana. This win marks the Vikings' second consecutive state title, showcasing their impressive performance over the past two seasons.

The resolution highlights the outstanding contributions of junior player Jalen Brown, who was named the Most Outstanding Player of the title game after scoring 23 points with only one missed shot. It also acknowledges the leadership of Coach Antonio "O'Kie" Benjamin, who has been instrumental in guiding the team to back-to-back championships. The House of Representatives expresses its sincere congratulations to the team and wishes them continued success in their future endeavors.