South Carolina H 5101: East Clarendon High School Softball Team wins the SCHSL Class AA Championship

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2025-2026 Bill 5101 Text of Previous Version (Feb. 05, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 5101

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A house RESOLUTION

TO RECOGNIZE AND 
HONOR THE EAST CLARENDON HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL TEAM, COACHES, AND SCHOOL 
OFFICIALS FOR AN EXTRAORDINARY SEASON AND TO CONGRATULATE THEM FOR WINNING THE 
2025 SOUTH CAROLINA CLASS AA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE.

Whereas, the South 
Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to recognize the outstanding 
achievement of the East Clarendon High School softball team of Turbeville, 
which captured the 2025 South Carolina Class AA State Championship title at the 
championship series, its first since 2017; and

Whereas, cheered on by 
an enthusiastic crowd, the Lady Wolverines secured a 5-3 victory over a strong 
and competitive Saluda High School team to claim the state championship on 
Saturday, May 31, 2025; and

Whereas, the Lady Wolverines 
jumped out early with two runs in the first inning and leaned on a dominant 
performance from senior pitcher Laiklyn Gaskins, who struck out eleven and 
allowed just four hits. Gaskins, who pitched with poise even after giving up a 
late home run, has been a staple for East Clarendon in the circle; and

Whereas, the morning of 
the game, the team gathered at school for a last-minute batting practice 
session, a change in routine made possible by the altered schedule after 
Thursday's weather-related postponement. That final batting practice session 
paid off quickly. Gaskins tripled in the first inning and scored on a bunt 
single by freshman Zoey Culick. Culick went on to tally three hits and drive in 
a run in the fifth, showcasing a level of poise beyond her years; and

Whereas, veteran 
leadership was also key. Seniors Gaskins and second baseman Ann Grace Knowlton 
were instrumental in shaping the team's identity under Head Coach Jason Newsome, 
who took over the program two seasons ago; and

Whereas, championship 
success is built upon exceptional pitching and timely hitting, both of which 
were on full display as East Clarendon finished the season with a 28-7 overall record; 
and

Whereas, the members of 
the South Carolina House of Representatives commend the East Clarendon High 
School softball team for the pride, sportsmanship, and recognition that they 
have brought to their school and community and look forward to their continued 
success. 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 the East Clarendon High School softball 
team, coaches, and school officials for an extraordinary season and 
congratulate them for winning the 2025 South Carolina Class AA State 
Championship title.

Be it further resolved 
that a copy of this resolution be presented to Principal Laura Fleming and Head 
Coach Jason Newsome. 

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