This bill is a legislative commemoration recognizing the Howard Tigers as the 2024 Class 9A football state champions. The resolution highlights the team's impressive journey throughout the season, including their perfect 8-0 regular season record under coach Pat Ruml, and their successful playoff run where they defeated Timber Lake, Ipswich, and the previously unbeaten Warner Monarchs to reach the state finals.

In the championship game held at the Dakota Dome, the Howard Tigers triumphed over Wolsey-Wessington with a score of 38-30, concluding their season with an undefeated record of 12-0. The commemoration serves to honor the team's achievements and contributions to the sport in South Dakota, as recognized by the One Hundredth Legislature of the State of South Dakota.