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HR 82

Commending the Hanover High School boys' volleyball team.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Buddy Fowler and 1 co-sponsor

The bill commends Hanover High School’s boys’ volleyball team for winning the VHSL Class 4 state championship and acknowledges their perseverance and community impact.

Bill text as passed House (HR82ER)
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Bill Summary · HR 82

Summary of House Resolution 82 (2026) – Virginia

Overview

  • Type: House Resolution (HR)
  • Session: 2026
  • Jurisdiction: Virginia
  • Purpose: Commend the Hanover High School boys' volleyball team for their achievement
  • Introduced: February 6, 2026
  • Status: Passed House (HR82ER) as of April 16, 2026

Main Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution expresses the Virginia House of Delegates’ admiration and commendation for Hanover High School’s boys' volleyball team, recognizing their success in winning the 2025 Virginia High School League (VHSL) Class 4 state championship.
  • Specifically highlights the team’s victory over Atlee High School Raiders (three sets to one) at the state championship held on November 22, 2025, at Virginia State University.
  • Conveys appreciation for the team’s perseverance, leadership, and contribution to the Hanover High School community.

Key Provisions and Provisions Details

  • Recognition of Achievement: Commends Hanover High School’s boys’ volleyball team for winning the VHSL Class 4 state championship.
  • Acknowledgment of Performance: Notes the team’s comeback after dropping the first set (25–20) to win the next three sets and secure the title.
  • Statistical Highlights Mentioned: Highlights individual contributions, noting Joshua Seifert and Slade Alexander for their defensive performances (digs: 18 and 13, respectively).
  • Season Context: Mentions prior season performance, including a 19–6 record and a history of competitive play against the rival Atlee Raiders, along with an earlier season rough patch.
  • Support and Community: Attributes success to student-athletes, coaches, teachers, families, and the Hanover High School community.
  • Formal Action: The Clerk of the House is tasked with preparing a copy of the resolution for presentation to Hilary Cassil, head coach, as an expression of the General Assembly’s admiration and best wishes for ongoing program success.

Who is Affected

  • Primary Beneficiaries: Hanover High School boys' volleyball team and coaching staff.
  • Broader Beneficiaries: Hanover High School community, families, and supporters who take pride in local athletic achievement.
  • No Fiscal or Legal Changes: The resolution does not enact statutory changes or impose new duties; it is an official expression of commendation.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction/Presentation: HR82 was introduced and laid on the Speaker’s table on February 6, 2026.
  • House Action: The House approved the measure by voice vote (February 16, 2026); engrossed in the same day.
  • Final Status: Passed by the House and subsequently transmitted as HR82ER (engrossed version) on April 16, 2026.
  • Next Steps: As a house resolution, it typically progresses to the Senate for consideration or is used for ceremonial purposes within the General Assembly session.

Notable Details

  • Co-sponsors: Scott Wyatt and Buddy Fowler.
  • Location of Championship: Virginia State University.
  • Event Significance: First Class 4 state championship for Hanover High School’s volleyball program.

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