Senate Joint Resolution 7117, sponsored by Southerland, honors the Greeneville High School Greene Devils baseball team for their remarkable achievement in winning the 2023 TSSAA Class 3A State Championship. The resolution highlights the team's victory over Upperman High School with a score of 1-0 during the championship game held on May 26, 2023, at Middle Tennessee State University. This win marks the second state championship in the program's history, following their previous title in 2018, showcasing the team's dedication, sportsmanship, and collaborative spirit.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of teamwork and hard work in achieving such a prestigious title, commending the Greene Devils for their exemplary conduct both on and off the field. It expresses pride in the joy and inspiration the team has brought to their fellow students and the local community. The General Assembly extends its best wishes for the players' future endeavors, recognizing their accomplishments and the positive impact they have made.