The Senate Resolution commends the St. Louis Catholic High School Boys Tennis Team for winning the 2025 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division III State Championship, marking their fifth consecutive title. The team secured their victory on May 2, 2025, with a score of 12.5 to 9 against Isidore Newman School, showcasing the contributions of all team members. Notably, juniors Carter Brinkman and Conner Istre won the state doubles championship after overcoming a first-set loss in the semifinals, highlighting the team's resilience and skill.
The resolution recognizes the dedication and hard work of the team members—Bennett Farque, Miller McFatter, Carter Brinkman, Joseph Caraway, Grayson Hobgood, Conner Istre, Jacob Istre, and Max Mixon—as well as the leadership of Head Coach Robert Piper and Assistant Coach Amanda Brinkman. Their collective efforts not only brought pride to St. Louis Catholic High School but also to the city of Lake Charles and the state of Louisiana. The resolution concludes by directing that copies be sent to Coach Piper and Principal Kelly DeMolle to acknowledge their achievements.