Peach Tree Times

State Representative Demetrius Douglas from Stockbridge has been appointed to the Georgia High School Athletics Overview Committee by House Speaker Jon Burns. This appointment places Rep. Douglas in a position to study and support high school athletics across the state.

Expressing gratitude for his new role, Rep. Douglas stated, “I sincerely appreciate Speaker Burns for appointing me to serve on the High School Athletics Overview Committee to study high school athletics.” He highlighted his background as a former athlete, emphasizing the importance of sports in education: “As a former athlete, I understand how sports play a vital role in a student’s educational journey, fostering teamwork, discipline and a sense of belonging.”

Rep. Douglas is eager to contribute to enhancing opportunities for students through sports. “By strengthening high school athletics, we can create more opportunities for young learners to grow, both on and off the field,” he said. He looks forward to collaborating with committee members in their efforts.

The Georgia High School Athletics Overview Committee was established under Senate Bill 288, signed into law by former Governor Nathan Deal in 2014. The committee includes members from both the Georgia House of Representatives and State Senate. It is tasked with evaluating high school athletic associations' performance concerning fairness and equity while promoting academic achievement and good sportsmanship.