WHEREAS, in 2021, the Eastern Montgomery High School girls' soccer team claimed the first state title in any sport in the school's history with a victory in the Virginia High School League Class 1 state championship; and

WHEREAS, the Eastern Montgomery High School Mustangs defeated a talented team from West Point High School by a score of 5-1; and

WHEREAS, although West Point High School scored first, sophomore Maddie Bruce answered with three goals in the first half to give the Eastern Montgomery Mustangs an insurmountable lead by halftime; and

WHEREAS, senior Elli Underwood and junior Laken Smith added two more goals for Eastern Montgomery High School in the second half; and

WHEREAS, the state championship win capped off a perfect 14-0 season for the Eastern Montgomery Mustangs, who outscored their opponents 118-1; and

WHEREAS, the victorious season is a testament to the skill and determination of the student-athletes, the leadership and guidance of coaches and staff, and the passionate support of the entire Eastern Montgomery High School community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That the Eastern Montgomery High School girls' soccer team hereby be commended on its historic victory in the Virginia High School League Class 1 state championship; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Whittney Shaver, head coach of the Eastern Montgomery High School girls' soccer team, as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for the team's achievements.