Alabama High School All-Star Games Week

WHEREAS, the state of Alabama supports the concept of the student athlete and the benefits that athletic programs provide the youth of our state; and

WHEREAS, Montgomery will be the host city for the 19^th Annual Alabama All-Star Games, July 13 through July 23, 2015; and

WHEREAS, the Alabama All-Star Games will include eight all-star games in six sports, including boys and girls basketball, boys and girls soccer, football , softball, baseball, and volleyball; and

WHEREAS, the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) Summer Conference will be offered during the week to not only the coaches of the previously mentioned sports, but track and field, cheerleading, and wrestling; and

WHEREAS, the AHSAA Summer Conference will also be offered to athletic directors, principals, and contest officials to enhance instructional and professional development; and

WHEREAS, more than 350 student athletes and more than 4,000 coaches, administrators, and officials are expected to participate in the week’s activities; and

WHEREAS, the activities will culminate in a sports competition between the northern and southern regions of the state:

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Bentley, Governor of Alabama, do hereby proclaim July 13 through July 23, 2015, as

Alabama High School All-Star Games Week

in the state of Alabama.