The bill, H. 4443, is a House Resolution recognizing and honoring the York Comprehensive High School male and female strength teams, along with their coaches and school officials, for their outstanding performance during the 2024-2025 season. Both teams achieved remarkable success by winning the South Carolina Class AAAA State Championship titles, with the female team competing at Blythewood High School and the male team at Lexington High School. The resolution highlights the athletes' achievements, including individual state champions, All-State finishers, and record-setting performances in various weight classes.
The resolution also commends Head Coach Jason Layman, who was named AAAA Strength Coach of the Year, for his leadership and the invaluable life lessons imparted to the athletes. The South Carolina House of Representatives expresses pride in the accomplishments of the York Comprehensive strength teams and looks forward to their future successes. A copy of the resolution will be presented to Dr. John Tharpe, the principal of York Comprehensive High School, and Coach Jason Layman.