This bill is a House Resolution congratulating Daya Ross, a senior at Wren High School in Anderson County, for winning the 2025 South Carolina High School League Class AAAA Individual State Championship in girls cross country. Daya achieved this remarkable feat on November 15, 2025, finishing the race with an impressive time of 18:03.64, which was over 31 seconds ahead of her nearest competitor. Her performance not only earned her the state title but also contributed to Wren High School's fourth-place finish overall. Additionally, Daya was recognized as the Region Runner of the Year and selected for the All-State team.
The resolution expresses pride in Daya's accomplishments and acknowledges the support she received from her coach, family, and faith. It also highlights her commitment to continue her running career at Catawba College, where she will compete at the NCAA Division 2 level. The House of Representatives wishes her continued success in her future endeavors as a collegiate athlete and plans to present her with a copy of the resolution.