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VA SR157

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Scott Surovell

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commends the North Grounds Softball League (NGSL) on its 50th anniversary, recognizing its role in fostering competition and community at the University of Virginia since 1976

  • Founded in September 1976 by UVA law students, the inaugural season featured 15 teams with over 200 players, including future U.S. Senator George Allen, future Chief Justice Donald Lemons, and New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz

  • The league expanded from the Law School Softball League to include teams from the Darden School of Business and the Judge Advocate General's Legal Center; the 2025-2026 season fielded 38 fall teams and 50 spring teams

  • The annual NGSL Softball Invitational, launched in 1984, attracted 41 law school teams in 2025 and raised a record $45,000 for Charlottesville nonprofit ReadyKids

  • The 43rd NGSL Softball Invitational scheduled for March 27-29, 2026, will celebrate the league's 50th season with special events

Legislative Description

Commending the North Grounds Softball League.

Last Action

Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)

3/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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