The bill, H. 4277, is a House Resolution that honors Head Coach Joshua Staley of the Ridge View High School Boys Basketball Team for his outstanding contributions to high school basketball coaching. The resolution acknowledges Coach Staley's impressive career, which spans over twenty years and includes more than 438 wins and eight state championship appearances across three high schools in South Carolina. Notably, he led the Ridge View Blazers to victory in the 2025 Class AAAAA Division 1 State Championship. The resolution also highlights his commitment to mentoring student-athletes, achieving a 100% graduation rate, and supporting players in pursuing higher education or military service.
In addition to his coaching achievements, the resolution recognizes Coach Staley's educational background, including a bachelor's and master's degree in Social Studies Education and a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Administration. The House of Representatives expresses pride in Coach Staley's exemplary leadership both on and off the court, emphasizing his dedication to fostering success among his players. The resolution concludes with a provision to present a copy of the resolution to Coach Staley, formally acknowledging his remarkable achievements in coaching.