HomeMy WebLinkAbout20240221.tiffPROCLAMATION
ERIE TIGERS DAY
MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2024
WHEREAS, the Erie Tigers football team competed in the Class 4A state championship game
on December 2"d, 2023, at Canvas Stadium in Fort Collins; and
WHEREAS, against the Palmer Ridge Bears, the Tigers shined. Senior quarterback Blake
Barnett scored two touchdowns and intercepted a pass on defense. The Tigers defense
stopped the Bears' momentum in the fourth quarter to earn a 20 to 6 state championship
victory; and
WHEREAS, the victory showed grit, determination and teamwork to achieve a goal. In
previous seasons, Erie advanced deep in the playoffs only to fall short of the championship.
This year, through continued practice and improvement, the Tigers completed their team
motto of "unfinished business" to earn their first football state championship since 1997; and
WHEREAS, those characteristics — grit, determination and teamwork — are ones in which
we take the most pride. Yes, the athletic achievements are certainly special; however, the
traits used to succeed athletically will also be needed later in life. The fact that our young
people are utilizing them to win state championships has us confident they can achieve even
greater things moving forward.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Board of Weld County Commissioners that
the 29th day of January 2024, be known as Erie Tigers Day. Congratulations on a championship
season!
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2024-0221
PROCLAMATION
ERIE TIGERS DAY
MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2024
WHEREAS, the Erie Tigers cheerleading team competed in the Class 4A state championships
on Friday, December 8th, 2023, at the Denver Coliseum; and
WHEREAS, continuing what has become a dynasty at Erie High School, the cheer team
competed against more than 20 other schools in the all -girl cheer category, finishing with a
first -place score of 95.7, enough to earn the program's 6. state championship. The Tigers
were led by seniors Jada Kloppe and Emily Walsworth, who each earned first team all -state
honors from the Colorado High School Activities Association; and
WHEREAS, such dominance speaks to excellent coaching, the dedication of parents to help
their children make practices, games and performances, and the skill of cheer team
members. While all sports require talent, spirit sports, such as cheerleading, require exact
precision to nail routines and a closeness to teammates all working toward a common goal;
WHEREAS, while we join the cheer team and Erie High School in celebrating the Tigers'
accomplishment, it is our sincere hope that team members keep the special moments of this
season with them as they progress in life. Know that many more special moments lie ahead
if similar characteristics used this season are applied in other areas of life.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED by the Board of Weld County Commissioners
that the 29th day of January 2024, be known as Erie Tigers Day. Congratulations to the Erie
cheer team on its continued success.
ATTEST:
Weld County Clerk to the Board
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