TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR CARTER ANDERSON FOR A REMARKABLE WRESTLING SEASON AND TO CONGRATULATE HIM FOR WINNING THE 2020 SOUTH CAROLINA CLASS AAAAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE.

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to learn that Carter Anderson of Greenwood County captured the gold medal from the state tournament held on February 29, 2020; and

Whereas, a senior at Greenwood High School, Carter emerged with a 5-4 decision in the third period at the state finals for the 106-pound weight class to defeat Gavin Butler of Summerville High School; and

Whereas, Carter completed an undefeated season for the Greenwood Eagles and was elated to capture the last match of his high school career at the state meet; and

Whereas, each of the past two years, he has taken fourth place at the state finals, and he is the first state wrestling champion that the Eagles have produced since 2015; and

Whereas, in a sport demanding individual excellence and mental fortitude, Carter maximized his strength and determination to complete an undefeated season and to learn lessons, in the process, that will prove invaluable through life both on and off the mats; and

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives appreciate the pride and recognition that Carter Anderson has brought to his school and his community and look to hear of his continued success in the days ahead. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor Carter Anderson for a remarkable wrestling season and congratulate him for winning the 2020 South Carolina Class AAAAA State Championship title.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Carter Anderson.