SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 857
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Paulie Ayala, who has been named the recipient of the
2013 Believing in Youth Award; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ayala is receiving this prestigious honor
from Santa Fe Youth Services at its 10th Annual Mike Moncrief
Believing in Youth Award VIP Reception and Dinner; the Believing
in Youth Award is presented annually to recognize an individual
who takes personal responsibility for contributing to the
healthy and positive development of children; and
WHEREAS, Paulie Ayala is a two-time world champion boxer
who compiled an impressive record of 35 victories against only
three defeats, with 12 knockouts; he was named Fighter of the
Year in 1999 by Ring magazine; and
WHEREAS, Today, he operates Paulie Ayala's University of
Hard Knocks Boxing and Fitness Gym in Fort Worth, where he helps
prepare young people to achieve their highest potential in
boxing; he is also the founder of the Paulie Ayala Foundation,
which provides athletic training to underprivileged young people
while supporting and promoting their education; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Ayala has set an inspirational example for
others as an athlete and as a committed advocate for young
people, and he is truly deserving of recognition for his many
achievements; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
83rd Legislature, hereby commend Paulie Ayala on his exceptional
work in helping young people achieve their fullest potential and
extend to him congratulations on receiving the 2013 Believing in
Youth Award; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 9, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate