Congratulate the Minden High School volleyball team on winning the 2024 Class C-1 state championship

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Dan Lonowski

The Legislature congratulates Minden High School volleyball team on winning the 2024 Class C-1 State Championship, highlighting back-to-back titles and a 37-1 season.

Adopted

Summary of LR 42: Congratulate the Minden High School Volleyball Team on Winning the 2024 Class C-1 State Championship

Overview

LR 42 is a ceremonial Legislative Resolution adopted by the Nebraska Legislature in the 109th Legislature, First Session. Introduced on February 10, 2025, by Senator Lonowski, it publicly recognizes and congratulates the Minden High School volleyball team for winning the 2024 Class C-1 State Volleyball Championship. The resolution was laid over on February 10, 2025, and subsequently adopted and signed on February 18, 2025.

Purpose and Intent

To acknowledge and celebrate the achievement of the Minden High School volleyball team in securing the 2024 Class C-1 state title.

To highlight the team’s sustained success, including a back-to-back championship history (also winning the 2023 title) and an impressive 2024 season record.

To recognize the hard work, dedication, and community support that contribute to the team’s accomplishments.

Key Provisions

Statement of Recognition: The Legislature congratulates the Minden volleyball team for winning the 2024 Class C-1 State Volleyball Championship.

Details of Achievement: The championship game was held on November 9, 2024, at the Bob Devaney Sports Center in Lincoln, Nebraska. Minden defeated Wahoo in four sets with set scores of 25-22, 25-12, 21-25, and 25-12.

Season and Championship History:

2024 season record: 37-1.
2023 season record: 36-1, with the team also winning the 2023 Class C-1 State Volleyball Championship.

Acknowledgments: Praise for the team’s and supporters’ commitment, including players, coaches, and the broader Minden community.

Formal Copies: Copies of the resolution will be sent to the Minden volleyball team and to Head Coach Julie Ratka.

Who and What Is Affected

Primary beneficiaries: The Minden High School volleyball team (players, coaches, and staff).

Secondary beneficiaries: The broader Minden community and Nebraska youth athletes, as the resolution recognizes youth achievement and athletic excellence.

No fiscal or policy changes are introduced; this is a ceremonial honor only.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Introduced: February 10, 2025 (LR 42 by Sen. Lonowski).

Laid over: February 10, 2025.

Adopted: February 18, 2025.

Signed: February 18, 2025 (President/Speaker signature reported).

Sponsor

Primary Sponsor: Senator Lonowski (District 33).

Notes

This resolution serves as a formal, symbolic commendation of the team’s state championship, its historic significance, and its role in promoting athletic achievement among Nebraska youth.