The Senate Resolution commends the St. Louis Catholic High School Boys Tennis Team for their remarkable achievement in winning the 2025 Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division III State Championship, marking their fifth consecutive title. The team secured this victory on May 2, 2025, with a close score of 12.5 to 9 against Isidore Newman School, showcasing the contributions of all team members. Notably, juniors Carter Brinkman and Conner Istre excelled by overcoming a first-set loss to win the state doubles championship, further highlighting the team's collective effort and talent.
The resolution also 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 achievements have brought pride to their school, 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 contributions to this historic accomplishment.