The resolution congratulates Ben Ogden, a resident of Landgrove, for his remarkable achievement of winning two silver medals in cross-country skiing at the 2026 Winter Olympics held in Innsbruck, Austria. This accomplishment is particularly significant as it marks the first time an American has medaled in this sport at the Winter Olympics in over fifty years. Ogden's performance in the cross-country sprint classic was exceptional, finishing just one second behind the gold medalist, and he also made history by winning a silver medal in the cross-country ski sprint team freestyle event alongside teammate Gus Schumacher.

The resolution highlights Ogden's impressive background, including his previous successes as a member of the FIS Nordic Junior World Ski Championship team and his accomplishments at the University of Vermont, where he earned a degree in mechanical engineering and won two individual NCAA championships. The General Assembly expresses its pride in Ogden's achievements and his embodiment of the Olympic spirit, emphasizing his dedication to inspiring a culture of hard work, humility, and enjoyment in sports. The resolution concludes with a directive for the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Ogden.