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HR142 • 2026

Commending the Virginia State University women's soccer team.

Commending the Virginia State University women's soccer team.

Enacted

This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor
Pope Adams
Last action
2026-04-16
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source material confirms that the bill commends the team for winning the national championship but does not specify details about the tournament or individual performances beyond those mentioned.

Commending the Virginia State University Women's Soccer Team

This bill commends the Virginia State University women's soccer team for winning the United States Collegiate Athletic Association Division I national championship in their first year of membership.

What This Bill Does

  • Honors the Virginia State University women's soccer team for winning the national championship.
  • Recognizes AJ Clarke, Tianna Roberts, and other players for their outstanding performances during the tournament.
  • Praises the coaches Anthony Andrews, Frasier Brickhouse III, and Chip Amen for their leadership.
  • Expresses gratitude to the families and Virginia State University community for supporting the team.

Who It Names or Affects

  • The Virginia State University women's soccer team
  • Coaches of the Virginia State University women's soccer team
  • Families and supporters of the Virginia State University women's soccer team

Terms To Know

United States Collegiate Athletic Association (UCAA)
A national organization that oversees college sports competitions.
All-tournament team
A group of players selected for their exceptional performances during a tournament.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide any financial support or benefits to the soccer team.
  • It is a symbolic gesture and does not change any laws or regulations.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-16 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR142ER)

  2. 2026-02-23 House

    Engrossed by House

  3. 2026-02-23 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  4. 2026-02-19 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26102776D

Official Summary Text

Commending the Virginia State University women's soccer team.

Current Bill Text

Read the full stored bill text 
Commending the Virginia State University women's soccer team.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 23, 2026
WHEREAS, the Virginia State University women's soccer team won the United States Collegiate Athletic Association Division I national championship on November 16, 2025, in Pittsburgh; and
WHEREAS, the Virginia State University Trojans defeated the Shaw University Bears by a score of 1–0 to secure the program's first national title in its first year of membership in the United States Collegiate Athletic Association; and
WHEREAS, the lone goal in the Virginia State Trojans' triumph came from AJ Clarke, who scored her third goal of the season when she placed a corner kick from Skye Dixon in the back of the net in the 38th minute of play; and
WHEREAS, the Virginia State Trojans mounted a strong defense to maintain the shutout, led by goalkeeper Tianna Roberts, who had eight of her 10 saves in the second half; and
WHEREAS, several Virginia State Trojans were recognized for their exceptional performances during the tournament, including Morgan Parris, Carra Fitzgerald, Alana Martin, and Loryn Sturgis, who were named to the all-tournament team, and Skye Dixon, who was named tournament most valuable player; and
WHEREAS, the Virginia State Trojans' championship victory was an extraordinary finish for a program that was established only three years prior; and
WHEREAS, the success of the Virginia State Trojans is the result of the hard work and dedication of the student-athletes; the leadership and guidance of their coaches, Anthony Andrews, Frasier Brickhouse III, and Chip Amen; and the unwavering support of their families and the entire Virginia State University community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That the Virginia State University women's soccer team hereby be commended for winning the 2025 United States Collegiate Athletic Association Division I national championship; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Anthony Andrews, head coach of the Virginia State University women's soccer team, as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for the team's achievement.