SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 547
WHEREAS, The Cedar Hill High School boys' basketball team
proved itself one of the finest 5A teams in Texas during the
2008-2009 season, advancing all the way to the title game in the
University Interscholastic League championship tournament; and
WHEREAS, Posting an overall season record of 35 wins and
only 5 losses, the Longhorns claimed the Region 1 championship
and went on to earn a spot in the state tournament final with a
thrilling 61-58 victory over Wagner High School of San Antonio in
their semifinal round contest; the game was sealed at the final
buzzer with a last-second three-point shot by guard Tanner
Milson; and
WHEREAS, Nearly 9,000 people turned out for the title
matchup between Cedar Hill and the Eagles of DeSoto High School,
and the Longhorns put together a strong game on both ends of the
floor; Cedar Hill outrebounded its opponent and shot better from
the foul line, but ultimately fell by a score of 59-47 to finish
as 5A runner-up; and
WHEREAS, Championship play depends first and foremost on
effective teamwork, and valuable roles were played by all members
of the Longhorns squad; in addition to Mr. Milson, the roster
includes Shawn Glover, Thomas Gipson, Anthony Wilson, Tayler
Jacobs, Oliver Wells, Delton Doxey, Jourdan Isom, Kendrick
Fugett, Billy Johnson, Marque Johnson, Zeldric King, Bryce
Pearson, Jerran Young, and Clayton Bright; and
WHEREAS, These exceptional competitors were directed by
head coach David Milson, who completed his 23rd year at the helm
of Cedar Hill during the 2008-2009 season; the Longhorns also
benefited from the expertise provided by assistant coaches
Vernall Cole, Billy Linson, Garrett Hilton, Clifton McDaniel,
and Doug Barnett; and
WHEREAS, Exhibiting a combination of outstanding talent
and fierce determination, the Longhorns basketball team turned
in inspiring performances all season long, and its success is a
source of great pride to the Cedar Hill community; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby congratulate the Cedar Hill boys' basketball
team on its many accomplishments and its appearance in the 2009
University Interscholastic League 5A state championship
tournament and extend to the players, coaches, and staff sincere
best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the team as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
West
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 1, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate