H.C.R. No. 26
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The baseball team of Brazoswood High School in Clute
won the University Interscholastic League 5A state championship on
June 11, 2011, at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock, capping a
spectacular season and giving its school its third state baseball
title; and
WHEREAS, The Buccaneers came to epitomize teamwork,
dedication, and skill as they finished their year with a 34-8
record; although they were considered the underdog in games against
powerhouse teams from Houston Lamar, Houston Memorial, and Klein
High Schools in postseason competition, they bested both Lamar and
Memorial without losing a single game and pulled off a dramatic
come-from-behind win in the state tournament semifinals against
Klein; they went on to dominate every inning in their 10-3
championship game against Lubbock Coronado to complete the playoffs
with 12 straight victories; and
WHEREAS, Many on the Brazoswood team had played together for
11 years, always with the dream of making it to the state
tournament; in a gesture reflecting their determined focus, they
had written "State 2011" on the inside of their caps to remind them
daily of their goal; and
WHEREAS, A group that emphasized solid baseball fundamentals
and hard work, the Buccaneers benefited from the contributions of
each individual player, with someone different stepping up to
deliver a game-changing performance in every contest; and
WHEREAS, The Brazoswood team was encouraged all season long
by a tremendous outpouring of community support, with everyone from
87-year-old grandmothers to excited classmates chanting "We are
B'Wood" throughout every inning; and
WHEREAS, Buccaneers who were honored for their fine play in
the state tournament are William Renner, who earned the Most
Valuable Player award, and Brandon Bergen, William Easter, Dalton
Perry, and James Cantu, who were also named to the All-Tournament
team; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the season, the Buccaneers received an
outstanding effort from each member of the roster, which also
included Eddie Esquivel, Jacob Reed, Jorge Gonzalez, Scott Lapier,
Colby Alexander, Justin Dellinger, A. J. Angelone, Ethan Stremmel,
Josh Ward, Blake Jones, Zak Trevino, Bobby Franklin, Evan Hundl,
John Ermis, Michael Pyeatt, Dominikk Mottu-Branch, Ryan Rios, and
Trevor Valigura; the players were guided by head coach Bobby
Williams, who claimed his first state title, assistant coaches Mike
Cressman and Josh Cathcart, junior varsity coach Chris Nabors,
sophomore coach David Cowley, and freshman coach Javier Solis;
vital support was further provided by trainers Lauren DeLaTorre,
Blake Lapier, Willie Caines, and Bobby Jack Caines, athletic
director Jesse Crow, and principal Steve Snell; and
WHEREAS, Achieving such a challenging goal required each of
the team's talented athletes to perform at the top of his game, and
this triumph is both a fitting culmination to the Buccaneers' many
years of hard work and a powerful testament to their unwavering
resolve and indomitable spirit; in winning the coveted state crown,
these young champions have distinguished themselves as formidable
competitors and brought recognition and an enormous sense of pride
to their school, as well as to the Brazosport community and all of
Brazoria County; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 82nd Legislature of the State of Texas,
1st Called Session, hereby congratulate the Brazoswood High School
Buccaneers on winning the 2011 UIL 5A state baseball championship
and extend sincere best wishes to the players, coaches, and staff
for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Brazoswood Buccaneers as an expression of high
regard by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate.
Bonnen
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 26 was adopted by the House on June
27, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 26 was adopted by the Senate on June
27, 2011, by a viva-voce vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
APPROVED: __________________
Date
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Governor