Congratulate the Archbishop Bergan High School boys basketball team on winning the 2025 Class C-2 state championship

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Woody Wordekemper

Nebraska Legislature congratulates Archbishop Bergan High School Knights for winning the 2025 Class C-2 boys basketball state title, recognizing the team and community support.

Adopted

Summary: Legislative Resolution LR 74

Overview

LR 74 is a ceremonial legislative resolution adopted by the Nebraska Legislature to congratulate the Archbishop Bergan High School boys basketball team on winning the 2025 Class C-2 state championship. The resolution recognizes the team’s athletic achievement and the broader value of youth accomplishments in the state.

Bill type: Legislative resolution (ceremonial, non-binding)

Bill number: LR 74

Sponsor: Wordekemper (primary)

Session: 109th Legislature, First Session

Introduced: March 18, 2025

Status: Adopted

Purpose and Intent

To formally commend the Archbishop Bergan High School Knights for capturing the 2025 Class C-2 Boys State Basketball Championship.

To acknowledge the team’s season achievements and the significance of their state title for the school and community.

To emphasize support for youth academic, athletic, and artistic achievements within Nebraska.

Key Provisions and Provisions’ Details

The Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) Class C-2 Boys State Basketball Championship was held on March 15, 2025, at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln.

The Archbishop Bergan Knights defeated the Cross County Cougars in the championship game with a score of 53-43.

Archbishop Bergan’s season record: 17 wins and 9 losses.

The resolution notes that the team’s success is supported by parents, teachers, administrators, classmates, and the broader community.

The Legislature “congratulates” the Archbishop Bergan High School boys basketball team and directs that a copy of the resolution be sent to the team.

Affected Parties

Primary beneficiaries: Archbishop Bergan High School boys basketball team, their coaches, school staff, and the school community.

Broader impact: Nebraska youth and athletic programs, local supporters, and fans recognizing state-level achievement.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Laid over: March 18, 2025 (initial consideration)

Adopted and signed: March 25, 2025 (President/Speaker signed; resolution adopted)

The resolution functions as an official recognition rather than policy or funding action.

Contextual Notes

This is a ceremonial gesture from the Legislature, highlighting local pride in a high school athletic accomplishment.

No fiscal implications or policy changes accompany LR 74.