South Dakota 2024 Regular Session

South Dakota Senate Bill SC812

Caption

Recognizing the Dell Rapids Quarriers as the 2023 State 11A football champions.

Impact

The commemoration highlights not only the achievements of the Dell Rapids Quarriers but also embodies the spirit of sportsmanship and community pride. Celebrating local sports teams fosters unity and encourages youth participation in athletics, supporting broader physical education initiatives and community engagement. Such recognition by the state legislature elevates the importance of high school sports within the educational system and its value to the community.

Summary

Senate Commemoration 812, introduced by Senator Pischke and Representatives Hansen and Gross, is a legislative commemoration recognizing the Dell Rapids Quarriers for their remarkable achievement as the 2023 State 11A football champions. The Quarriers demonstrated exceptional skill and teamwork, concluding their season undefeated with a perfect 12-0 record. Their path to the championship included dominating playoff victories, confirming their position as a strong team within the state during the championship tournament.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the commemoration is overwhelmingly positive, celebrating local heroes and the accomplishments of young athletes. The legislative recognition serves to inspire not just the athletes themselves but also their peers and the community at large. This celebration reflects shared values of hard work, dedication, and excellence, promoting a collective pride among community members.

Contention

There are typically no notable points of contention surrounding commemorative measures such as SC812, as they tend to be well-received by community members and legislators alike. However, discussions on the broader significance of high school sports continue, such as how they can contribute to youth development and community support. Commemorations like these are a way to focus on positive aspects of local achievements, leaving aside any contentious issues that might exist in other areas of legislation.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

SD SC802

Celebrating the South Dakota State University Jackrabbit football team winning the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision National Championship.

SD HC8011

Celebrating the 2022 Todd County Falcons Football Team for winning the All-Nations Class A Championship.

SD HC8017

Recognizing Lincoln Kienholz's high school athletic achievement and commitment to play collegiate football.

SD HC8006

Recognizing the De Smet Bulldogs as the 2021 and 2022 boys basketball Class B state champions.

SD SC805

Honoring the 2022 Tea Area High School girls soccer team for winning the Class A State Championship.

SD HC8003

Celebrating the Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies Football Team.

SD SC804

Commending the Rapid City Sliders 15U baseball team for representing South Dakota at the Babe Ruth World Series.

SD SC815

Recognizing and honoring the twenty-fifth anniversary of the First Peoples Fund.

SD HC8019

Recognizing the life and accomplishments of Dr. Jack Billion.

SD SC809

Commending and honoring those members of the United States Armed Forces who have been stationed in South Korea on the seventieth anniversary of the armistice which ended the fighting.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.