H.R. No. 2136
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, In an outstanding demonstration of strength and
skill, the Bishop High School powerlifting team claimed the 2009
Texas High School Powerlifting Association Division 3 state
championship on March 28 at the state meet held at the Taylor County
Expo Center in Abilene; and
WHEREAS, The victory gave Bishop High its first team state
title in any sport, and the Badgers also became the first
powerlifting team from their area to earn the state crown; and
WHEREAS, Pacing the Bishop lifters at the state meet were
seniors Victor Caldera and Albert Guajardo, both of whom claimed
individual state titles; Mr. Caldera won the 165-pound weight class
by hefting a total of 1,400 pounds in the three lift categories,
while Mr. Guajardo set a new state record with a 440-pound squat
lift on his way to securing the 123-pound title; and
WHEREAS, The Badgers also received vital contributions from
the other members of the team; senior Manny Mechell finished as
runner-up to Mr. Caldera in the 165-pound weight class, and
freshman Travis Charles placed sixth in his 114-pound category; and
WHEREAS, Bishop High's powerlifting program got its start 10
years ago, and it has been guided since the beginning by coach
George Luna; his inspired leadership has garnered widespread
respect for the program, and the state title is a fitting reward for
the hard work and determination exhibited by everyone involved with
the team; and
WHEREAS, Winning a state championship is the dream of every
high school athlete, and this achievement will be a continuing
source of pride for the Bishop High powerlifters as well as for
their many supporters in the local community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the Bishop High School
powerlifting team on winning the 2009 Texas High School
Powerlifting Association Division 3 state championship and extend
best wishes to the athletes and coaches for continued success; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the team as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Herrero
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2136 was adopted by the House on May
21, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House