2026 SESSION
ENROLLED
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 124
Commending Torrey Smith.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 23, 2026
WHEREAS, Torrey Smith, a distinguished professional athlete, entrepreneur, and community leader, has brought honor and recognition to the Commonwealth through his athletic excellence, personal perseverance, and lifelong commitment to public service; and
WHEREAS, born on January 26, 1989, and raised in Colonial Beach and Fredericksburg, Torrey Smith grew up in a hardworking household led by his mother, Monica Jenkins, and, from an early age, demonstrated academic dedication, personal responsibility, and strong character; and
WHEREAS, while attending Stafford Senior High School, Torrey Smith distinguished himself as a versatile and exceptional student-athlete, excelling in football and basketball and earning multiple all-state, all-district, and regional honors for his outstanding performance; and
WHEREAS, during his high school football career, Torrey Smith played multiple positions, including quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and return specialist, and earned recognition as one of the most dynamic and accomplished athletes in the region; and
WHEREAS, Torrey Smith continued his academic and athletic career at the University of Maryland, where he earned a degree in criminology and criminal justice in 2010 and was recognized for his dedication, leadership, and athletic contributions to the football program; and
WHEREAS, selected as the 58th overall pick in the second round of the 2011 National Football League (NFL) Draft by the Baltimore Ravens, Torrey Smith embarked on a highly successful professional career spanning eight seasons; and