City of Laurel and Laurel Police Department Honor 2026 Laurel High School Lady Tornadoes
The Laurel School District continues to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of the 2026 Laurel High School Lady Tornadoes, who were recently honored by the City of Laurel and the Laurel Police Department during a special ceremony held on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at Pinehurst Park in downtown Laurel.
The ceremony recognized the Lady Tornadoes for their remarkable achievement as the 2026 Class 5A State Girls Basketball Champions. Family, supporters, community leaders, and district representatives gathered to celebrate a team whose hard work, discipline, and determination led to an unforgettable championship season.
During the event, Laurel Mayor Johnny Magee joined others in recognizing the team’s success and highlighting the dedication and accomplishments of the players and coaching staff. Each player was presented with individual trophies and certificates in honor of their championship season.
The Laurel Police Department also took part in the celebration by presenting gift bags to the coaches in recognition of the team’s achievements and the leadership that helped guide the Lady Tornadoes to a state title.
In addition, the team was presented with a commemorative plaque that will be displayed in a trophy case at Laurel High School. The plaque will serve as a lasting reminder of this historic season and will be available for students, families, staff, and visitors to view for years to come.
One of the most memorable moments of the ceremony came when Mayor Johnny Magee presented Coach Cooley with a Key to the City. The honor recognized her leadership, commitment, and the success she has helped bring to the Lady Tornadoes basketball program.
The Laurel School District remains extremely proud of the Lady Tornadoes and their coaches for representing Laurel High School and the entire community with excellence throughout the season. Their championship run and the recognition that followed reflect the pride, perseverance, and tradition of excellence that continue to define Laurel athletics.