H.R. No. 992
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The members of the West High School Lady Trojan
powerlifting team turned in an exceptional performance at the Texas
High School Powerlifting Association Region II Championship on
March 5, 2011, in Gatesville; and
WHEREAS, Jodi Brown claimed first place in the 132-pound
class by tallying a total of 770 pounds in the three lift categories
of squat, bench press, and dead lift; and
WHEREAS, In the over-220-pound class, Candice Cardenas
finished 8th by hefting a total of 850 pounds, and among the
198-pound lifters Toni Jewell placed 12th with 600 pounds; Ms.
Brown, Ms. Cardenas, and Ms. Jewell all qualified for the state meet
as a result of their fine showing at the regional event; and
WHEREAS, The Lady Trojans, who tied with Brady High for 10th
place in the team standings, also benefited from the contributions
of the other two team members at the meet; Madison Wolf was the
10th-place finisher in the 114-pound class, lifting 570 pounds,
while Lillian Aguilar was 7th in the 181-pound class, clearing a
total of 730 pounds; and
WHEREAS, With the assistance of head coach Sandy Dickerson,
these young athletes have demonstrated admirable determination and
an enduring commitment to excellence during the 2011 season, and
they may take justifiable pride in their achievements; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the members of the West High School
Lady Trojan powerlifting team on their performance at the THSPA
Region II Championship and extend to them sincere best wishes 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.
Anderson of McLennan
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 992 was adopted by the House on April
7, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House