This resolution recognizes the Salem Greyhounds football team for their remarkable achievement in winning the Class 3A state championship, marking their first title in their inaugural state finals appearance. The team triumphed over the Bismarck Lions with a score of 42-34 on December 13, 2024, at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock, Arkansas. The Greyhounds concluded the season with a record of twelve wins and three losses, the highest number of wins in the school's history, and they also secured back-to-back Class 3A-2 conference championships. Their impressive playoff performance included an average of 38.4 points scored and only 17.8 points allowed per game.

The resolution highlights the contributions of key players, including All-State athletes Skyler Payne, Caleb Leisenring, Kaiden Hollis, and Keagan Sanderson, as well as Finals MVP Jackson Taylor, who excelled both in passing and rushing during the championship game. Additionally, Head Coach Josh Watson received multiple accolades for his coaching excellence, and Assistant Coach Billy Webber was nominated for the prestigious Broyles Award. The resolution concludes with a formal congratulation to the team and a directive to provide a copy of the resolution to Coach Watson.