By Ray Hamill — The state champion Arcata Tigers football team was honored by the city on Wednesday afternoon with a victory parade.

Several fans and community members showed up on the plaza as the championship team drove by with a police escort.

Check out some video highlights of the parade above.

A memorable and historic season concluded on Saturday, when the Tigers became the fourth H-DNL school to win a state title in the sport.

The Tigers rally late to force overtime against Portola in the Division 6-AA final in Fullerton, before clinching the championship in thrilling fashion in the extra period.

The Tigers won the game 27-21.

Junior quarterback Luke Lemke scored three touchdowns in the win, including the game-winning score.

On the previous play, the athletic Lemke evaded a sack and scrambled to give the Tigers a first down at the Portola one-yard line.

Check out video highlights of the final two plays of the game below. 

The video footage was recored by Michelle Conley.

For more on their historic championship, see Arcata Tigers crowned state champs with thrilling OT win …

Photos by Ray Hamill/HumboldtSports.com