IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
Title
A RESOLUTION honoring the Northeast High School Vikings Boys' Soccer Team.
Intro
RESOLUTION NO. 22099, November 3, 2025
INTRODUCED BY Manuel Abarca IV, County Legislator
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WHEREAS, Legislator Manuel Abarca IV is proud to recognize the remarkable achievements of the Northeast High School Vikings Boys' Soccer Team, which has captured the attention and admiration of the Kansas City community through their outstanding performance this season; and,
WHEREAS, with an extraordinary overall season record of 22-1, the Vikings continued to excel, scoring 131 total goals while allowing only 8 goals all season, including 123 goals scored during regular season play and 8 during the Class 3 District 8 Tournament, and allowing just 4 goals during the season and 4 during the district tournament, an achievement that highlights their dominance and consistency throughout the year; and,
WHEREAS, this historic run has brought immense pride to Northeast High School, where the team's success has united students, teachers, and families in support of their school's remarkable athletes; and,
WHEREAS, many members of this talented team began their soccer journeys through the Mattie Rhodes Center's youth soccer program, Soccer for Success which has long served as a cornerstone of opportunity and mentorship for local youth, and,
WHEREAS, the continued excellence of Northeast's soccer program reflects the strength of community partnerships that nurture student athletes from a young age and empower them to achieve greatness in both academics and athletics; now therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED on behalf of the Jackson County Legislature, that the Legislature hereby congratulates the Northeast High School Vikings Boys' Soccer Team in celebration of their achievements and as a symbol of Jackson County's continued support for our youth.
Enacted and Approved
Effective Date: This resolution shall be effe...
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