Commending Christiansburg High School boys' soccer team.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by David Suetterlein

The bill awards symbolic statewide recognition to Christiansburg High School’s boys’ soccer team for winning VHSL Class 3 state title, their first in school history.

Bill text as passed Senate (SR2073ER)

Summary of Senate Resolution No. 2073 (2026 Special Session I, Virginia)

Purpose and Intent

SR 2073 is a ceremonial Senate resolution commending the Christiansburg High School Blue Demons boys’ soccer team for winning the Virginia High School League (VHSL) Class 3 State Championship in 2026.

The resolution recognizes the team’s historic achievement as the first boys’ soccer state title in Christiansburg history, celebrating athletic excellence, dedication, and community pride.

Key Provisions and Changes

Formal Recognition: The Senate publicly acknowledges and commends the Christiansburg High School boys’ soccer team (the Blue Demons) for winning the VHSL Class 3 State Championship on June 13, 2026, at Emory & Henry University (4–2 win over Brentsville District High School in the title game).

Recitation of Achievements: The resolution highlights:

Regional success, including a 6–0 regional final win over Lord Botetourt High School to capture Region 3D.
State tournament results: 1–0 quarterfinal win over Rockbridge High School and 2–0 semifinal win over Meridian High School.
The overall season record: 17–4–1 with a six-game winning streak to close the season.

Expression of Admiration: It directs the Clerk of the Senate to prepare and present a copy of the resolution to the team as a formal expression of the General Assembly’s admiration for their breakthrough and athletic excellence.

Who/What Is Affected

The primary beneficiaries are the Christiansburg High School Blue Demons boys’ soccer team and the Christiansburg community, which receive formal recognition by the Virginia Senate.

The resolution serves as a symbolic honor and does not impose requirements, funding changes, or regulatory effects.

Procedural/Timeline Details

Introduction and Action:

Introduced and offered on June 22, 2026.
Presented, laid on the Clerk’s desk, and agreed to by the Senate by voice vote on June 22, 2026.

Sponsor: Primary sponsor is Senator Suetterlein, with a co-sponsor noted as David Suetterlein.

Purposeful timing: This is a concurrent ceremonial action typical of states recognizing notable student athletic achievements.

Impact and Significance

Symbolic Recognition: Elevates the team’s accomplishment to a statewide level, potentially boosting community pride and school spirit.

No legislative changes: The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or policy requirements; it is a formal commendation.

Historical Note: Emphasizes the historic nature of Christiansburg High School’s first state title in boys’ soccer.