By Senator Dixon
Enrolled, SJR20,
COMMENDING VIRGINIA DERBY-GRIMES FOR HER OUTSTANDING PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS.WHEREAS, Virginia Derby-Grimes, a former Auburn University Women's Golf Coach and one of the top-ranked amateur golfers in the world, has been a source of great joy and pride to the people of the State of Alabama, and it is appropriate to commend her for her outstanding professional achievements; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Derby-Grimes, who was honored by the Auburn University Golf Tournament with the re-naming of the Tiger Invitational Tournament to the Auburn Tiger-Derby Invitational, has an enthusiasm and love for golf that sets her apart as one of those special individuals who will be renowned and admired as long as golf is played; and
WHEREAS, culminating an impressive season by capturing the 12th U.S. Women's Mid-Amateur Championship when she birdied the final four holes of the match and sank a 27-foot putt, Mrs. Derby-Grimes also showcased her exceptional skills with a 2-0-1 in her first Curtis Cup to help the U.S. win for the second time during this decade; and
WHEREAS, she also won the 1998 Women's State Championship for the fifth time and was runner-up in the 1999 Harder Hall Invitational, a national tournament for amateur women; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Derby-Grimes, who has personified that positive ability to persevere and win throughout her golfing career, is also honored in gratitude and praise for her counsel and friendship to her teammates, which stand as a monument to her countless hours of devotion and high ideals; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, BOTH HOUSES THEREOF CONCURRING, That we take great pride in commending Virginia Derby-Grimes of Montgomery, Alabama, for her outstanding athletic achievements and, by copy of this resolution, she is extended warmest personal regards and sincere best wishes for continued success.