Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HR587

Introduced
2/23/09  
Refer
2/25/09  
Enrolled
4/13/09  

Caption

Congratulating the Blinn College Lady Buccaneers volleyball team on winning the 2008 NJCAA Division 1 national championship.

Impact

This resolution serves to recognize and honor the hard work, dedication, and teamwork displayed by the Lady Buccaneers during their championship season. It emphasizes the significant collective effort that contributed to their success, mentioning all the team members and their respective roles in achieving this goal. Particularly, the resolution praises Head Coach David Rehr for his leadership, along with Assistant Coach Brian Froebel, acknowledging their influence in guiding the team to this pinnacle of collegiate volleyball.

Summary

House Resolution 587 commemorates the Blinn College Lady Buccaneers volleyball team for their outstanding achievement in winning the 2008 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division 1 national championship. The resolution highlights the team's incredible journey, which included overcoming a 0-2 deficit in the championship match against the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith, ultimately securing the victory by winning the last three sets. This remarkable feat concludes a successful season characterized by 33 wins and only 2 losses, showcasing the team's strong performance throughout various matches.

Contention

While the bill is celebratory in nature and does not inherently contain contentious elements, discussions around such resolutions often touch upon broader themes in athletics such as funding for sports programs, representation in collegiate sports, and the importance of supporting community colleges in their pursuit of excellence. However, in the case of HR587, the primary focus remains on the merit and achievement of the Lady Buccaneers, rather than legislative debates or conflicts.

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