Senate Celebrates WashU Bears Women's Soccer Champs with Official Resolution

The Senate just passed a resolution giving a big shout-out to the Washington University in St. Louis Bears women's soccer team for their killer performance in winning the 2024 NCAA Division III Women's Soccer Championship. This isn't just a pat on the back; it's formal recognition of their impressive 23-2 record and their spot at the top of the rankings all season.

Victory Lap

This resolution throws some serious respect on the whole team – players, coaches, and support staff. We're talking about a nod to everyone from star player Olivia Clemons, who crushed it with 22 goals and 6 assists, to head coach Jim Conlon, who led the team to victory. It's also a moment of pride for the university's students, alumni, and faculty. And let's not forget the folks running Francis Olympic Field and Peter Johann Memorial Field—their hard work gets a shout-out too.

The resolution calls out the "achievements, contributions, and dedication" of everyone involved, highlighting the kind of commitment it takes to snag a national championship. It's about recognizing that success like this takes a village—or in this case, a whole university and its support system.

Beyond the Scoreboard

This isn't about new rules or funding—it's straight-up recognition. The Senate is making sure the team's hard work is acknowledged big time. Copies of the resolution are heading straight to Chancellor Andrew D. Martin, Director of Athletics Anthony J. Azama, and Coach Conlon. Think of it as the legislative equivalent of a high-five, cementing the team's achievement in the official record.