WHEREAS, in 2021, the Salem High School football team earned the program's 10th state title with a victory in the Virginia High School League Class 4 state championship; and

WHEREAS, the Salem High School Spartans defeated the Lake Taylor High School Titans by a score of 28–20 in the state final, capping off an undefeated 10–0 season; and

WHEREAS, in the first half, the Salem Spartans' tough defense stymied the Lake Taylor Titans and forced field goals in two short-field situations; and

WHEREAS, although the Salem Spartans were trailing at halftime, the team maintained its discipline in the second half, scoring four touchdowns to build an insurmountable lead; and

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

RESOLVED by the Senate of Virginia, That the Salem High School football team hereby be commended for winning the Virginia High School League Class 4 state championship; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Don Holter, head coach of the Salem High School football team, as an expression of the Senate of Virginia's admiration for the team's achievements.