WASHINGTON — The North Dakota State University football team will take their national championship title on the road on April 9 with a visit to Washington, D.C.
According to a release from Sen. John Hoeven's office, the Bison football team will visit the White House and U.S. Capitol, meeting with President Donald Trump in honor of their NCAA Division I FCS championship win.
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The Bison bested Montana State 35-32 on Jan. 6, securing their 10th title as FCS champions.
“The Bison are tremendous representatives of our state, having developed a record of excellence through their hard work, dedication and strong leadership," Hoeven said in the release. "We are looking forward to honoring their achievements on April 9 with this visit to the White House, and we appreciate President Trump and his team for working with us to make it happen."
A mustached man with gray hair smiles while making a set of horns with his pinky and pointer fingers. Seated next to him is Donald Trump, who looks dispassionate as he holds up a matching hand gesture. Both men wear suites with red ties.
U.S. Sen. John Hoeven, R-N.D., gives the Bison horns with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office. The North Dakota State University football team will meet the president during a visit to the White House and U.S. Capitol.
Contributed / Sen. John Hoeven's Office
NDSU President David Cook thanked Hoeven and Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., for coordinating the visit.
“Our Bison football team's national championship victory is a source of great pride for the entire NDSU community and the state of North Dakota. Their invitation to the White House highlights the exceptional talent and determination of our student-athletes. We thank Senators Hoeven and Cramer for joining us in celebrating this remarkable milestone,” Cook said in the release.
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