Senate Joint Resolution 981, sponsored by Southerland, honors Maliyah Glasper of Gatlinburg-Pittman High School for being named the TSSAA Class 2A Miss Basketball for the 2025-2026 season. This prestigious award recognizes her exceptional performance in basketball, as well as her strong academic record and character. Maliyah has been a key player for the Gatlinburg-Pittman Lady Highlanders and has committed to furthering her basketball career at Tennessee Technological University.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of recognizing student athletes who serve as inspirational leaders among their peers. It expresses the General Assembly's congratulations to Maliyah Glasper for her achievements and wishes her continued success both in sports and academics. An appropriate copy of the resolution will be prepared for presentation, omitting specific legislative designations.