Congratulating the boys' basketball team of Slocum High School in Elkhart on winning the UIL 1A Division 2 state championship.
The resolution highlights the key players who contributed to this success, particularly senior Jared Lane, who was named Most Valuable Player of the championship game. The resolution serves not only to honor the members of the team but also to acknowledge the vital role played by their coaches. It emphasizes the dedication and hard work that the players and coaching staff invested throughout the season.
House Resolution 1359 is a formal acknowledgment by the Texas House of Representatives that celebrates the accomplishments of the boys' basketball team from Slocum High School in Elkhart. This resolution commemorates the team for winning the University Interscholastic League 1A Division 2 state championship on March 14, 2009, marking a significant achievement in the school's history as it was their first trip to the state tournament and their inaugural state title in basketball.
This resolution represents a moment of community pride and serves to inspire future generations of athletes at Slocum High School and beyond. While the resolution itself is not associated with any legislative contention, its passage reflects the positive spirit and recognition of local sports achievements within Texas, reinforcing the value placed on education, athletics, and community engagement within the legislative framework.