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HONORING THE OSCAR SMITH HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM ON THEIR STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

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On 2024-12-19, Representative Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D-VA-3) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING THE OSCAR SMITH HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM ON THEIR STATE CHAMPIONSHIP" in the House.

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Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 189 (Thursday, December 19, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 189 (Thursday, December 19, 2024)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1305] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE OSCAR SMITH HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM ON THEIR STATE CHAMPIONSHIP ______ HON. ROBERT C. ``BOBBY'' SCOTT of virginia in the house of representatives Thursday, December 19, 2024 Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Oscar Smith High School Football Team from Chesapeake, Virginia on becoming the Virginia High School League's Class 6 State Champions. On Saturday, December 14, 2024, the Oscar Smith Tigers won the championship game with a score of 21-20 against the James Madison Warhawks. Including their most recent win in 2021 against James Madison High School, Oscar Smith has now won five state championships since 2008. Led by Coach Chris Scott for the third season, the Tigers won this state title following an accomplished year. Oscar Smith ended the season undefeated, with a record of 15 wins and 0 losses. Throughout the game, the Tigers and Warhawks fought tooth and nail to gain an advantage over the other team. The fourth quarter had the Oscar Smith Tigers down 14-7, with little time left in the game. Following two consecutive touchdowns by the Tigers, the Warhawks scored a touchdown and were trailing at 21-20. After opting to go for the 2- point conversion, James Madison's pass fell incomplete, crowning the Oscar Smith Tigers as the state champions. The determination from the young athletes of Oscar Smith High School is an inspiration to every athlete in our community and a testament to their hard work throughout the season. Mr. Speaker, in closing, I want to congratulate the Oscar Smith High School Football Team. I would also like to thank Coach Scott, the parents, and the entire Oscar Smith High School community for the support they have shown these athletes throughout an incredible season. I wish them the best in their future pursuits, and I wish their football program continued success. ____________________

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HONORING THE OSCAR SMITH HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM ON THEIR STATE CHAMPIONSHIP Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 189 (Thursday, December 19, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 189 (Thursday, December 19, 2024)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1305] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE OSCAR SMITH HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM ON THEIR STATE CHAMPIONSHIP ______ HON. ROBERT C. ``BOBBY'' SCOTT of virginia in the house of representatives Thursday, December 19, 2024 Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Oscar Smith High School Football Team from Chesapeake, Virginia on becoming the Virginia High School League's Class 6 State Champions. On Saturday, December 14, 2024, the Oscar Smith Tigers won the championship game with a score of 21-20 against the James Madison Warhawks. Including their most recent win in 2021 against James Madison High School, Oscar Smith has now won five state championships since 2008. Led by Coach Chris Scott for the third season, the Tigers won this state title following an accomplished year. Oscar Smith ended the season undefeated, with a record of 15 wins and 0 losses. Throughout the game, the Tigers and Warhawks fought tooth and nail to gain an advantage over the other team. The fourth quarter had the Oscar Smith Tigers down 14-7, with little time left in the game. Following two consecutive touchdowns by the Tigers, the Warhawks scored a touchdown and were trailing at 21-20. After opting to go for the 2- point conversion, James Madison's pass fell incomplete, crowning the Oscar Smith Tigers as the state champions. The determination from the young athletes of Oscar Smith High School is an inspiration to every athlete in our community and a testament to their hard work throughout the season. Mr. Speaker, in closing, I want to congratulate the Oscar Smith High School Football Team. I would also like to thank Coach Scott, the parents, and the entire Oscar Smith High School community for the support they have shown these athletes throughout an incredible season. I wish them the best in their future pursuits, and I wish their football program continued success. ____________________