A house RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR THE DUTCH FORK HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM, COACHES, AND SCHOOL OFFICIALS FOR A REMARKABLE SEASON AND TO CONGRATULATE THEM FOR WINNING THE 2024 SOUTH CAROLINA CLASS AAAAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE.

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to learn that the members of the Dutch Fork High School football team of Richland County garnered the state trophy from the state championship game held at South Carolina State's Oliver C. Dawson Stadium on Friday, December 13, 2024; and

 

Whereas, to the excitement of their steadfast fans, the Dutch Fork Silver Foxes clinched the title from their rival Summerville High School with a decisive 35-21 victory. Since the South Carolina High School League expanded to five classifications in 2016, Dutch Fork has won nine state championships; and

 

Whereas, during an intense and, at times, contentious game, the Silver Foxes' hard work and determination enabled them to come away with the victory.  This win was significant to the team after practicing so hard for it all year; and

 

Whereas, it was the Silver Foxes' third straight title and ninth in twelve appearances under head coach Tom Knotts.  This was also the fifth undefeated season in school history for the Silver Foxes; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is grateful for the pride and recognition that the Dutch Fork football players have brought to their school and to their community, and the members look forward to hearing of their continued accomplishments in the seasons to come.  Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor the Dutch Fork High School football team, coaches, and school officials for a remarkable season and congratulate them for winning the 2024 South Carolina Class AAAAA State Championship title.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Dr. Gerald Gary, Principal of Dutch Fork High School, and Coach Tom Knotts.

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