The bill, H. 5498, is a House Resolution recognizing and honoring the Fort Mill High School girls cross country team for their outstanding achievement in winning the 2025 South Carolina Class AAAAA Division 2 State Championship title. The resolution highlights the team's impressive performance at the state meet held on November 15, 2025, where they secured victory with a commanding score of 38 points, significantly outpacing their nearest competitor. It also acknowledges the individual accomplishments of team members, including Senior Marlee Cook, who finished second overall, and Freshman Lauren Allen, who placed fourth.
Additionally, the resolution commends Head Coach Lee Whitaker for his leadership and dedication, which earned him the title of 2025 Girls Cross Country Coach of the Year. The House of Representatives expresses pride in the recognition the team has brought to their school and community, and it looks forward to their future successes. A copy of the resolution will be presented to Principal Zachary Beam and Coach Lee Whitaker.