The resolution honors the Kirtland High School football team for winning the 2025 Division VI State Championship, marking their eighth title in the program's history. The team, known as the Hornets, achieved an impressive 15-0 record this season, culminating in a decisive victory over Hopewell-Loudon with a score of 41-6. The resolution commends the athletes for their talent, dedication, and sportsmanship, highlighting the positive impact of their achievements on their families, school, community, and coach, Tiger LaVerde.
Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of athletic competition in the education of young people, recognizing the maturity and experience gained through sports as valuable assets for their future challenges. The members of the House of Representatives express their pride in the team's accomplishments and commend both the players and their coach as exemplary citizens of Ohio. A copy of the resolution will be transmitted to the Kirtland High School football team as a formal acknowledgment of their success.