The bill, H. 4824, is a House Resolution that congratulates the Columbia Rhinos Rugby Football Club for winning the 2025 USA Rugby Men's Division III National Championship. The resolution highlights the team's impressive journey to the title, which included defeating the defending champions, the Austin Blacks, in the Round of 16, securing a hard-fought overtime victory against Brevard County in the quarterfinals, and delivering a dominant performance against Rocky Gorge in the semifinals. The Rhinos ultimately triumphed over the Scottsdale Blues with a score of 36-19 in the national final held in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The resolution emphasizes the significance of this championship for the Columbia Rugby program, which has been built on the dedication of unpaid athletes and local support over the past fifty years. It acknowledges the team's commitment to their city and the legacy of rugby in Columbia. The House of Representatives expresses pride in the Rhinos' achievement and wishes them continued success in the future, concluding with a provision to present a copy of the resolution to the team.