Two state champions were recognized at the latest Sammamish City Council meeting on Jan. 4, with the Skyline football and girls soccer teams receiving Sammamish Achievement in Excellence awards.

“Their success is an example of the passion, commitment to excellence and enthusiasm of this new city of Sammamish,” said Mayor Tom Odell, who separately awarded each team its plaque.

The Skyline football team finished its season with a perfect 14-0 record, winning its seventh overall state championship.

The Skyline girls soccer team won its second straight 4A title and fourth in the last five years.

Sammamish mayor Tom Odell awards the Skyline girls soccer team a Sammamish Achievement in Excellence award Jan. 4. Photo courtesy of Tim Larson, City of Sammamish