H.R. No. 1219
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Cypress Ranch High School football team enjoyed
an exceptional 2014 season, advancing all the way to the University
Interscholastic League 6A Division 1 state championship game on
December 20 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington; and
WHEREAS, After dropping two contests early in the year, the
Mustangs rebounded with seven consecutive victories to close out
the regular season, claiming the district title and punching their
ticket to the state playoffs; and
WHEREAS, Continuing its commanding play in the postseason,
Cypress Ranch dominated the team from Aldine High School by a score
of 52-0, before tallying a comfortable victory over Cinco Ranch in
the area round of play; the Mustangs then edged out North Shore and
Dickinson High Schools in the ensuing rounds to clinch a spot in the
state semifinals; there, the team proved its mettle once again in a
matchup with Judson High School, pulling away for a 38-31 triumph
and securing the school's first trip to the state championship
game; and
WHEREAS, The Mustangs turned in a valiant effort versus the
defending state champions from Allen High School in the 6A Division
1 finale but were ultimately defeated, concluding the season with a
stellar record of 13 wins to only 3 losses; and
WHEREAS, The success enjoyed by the Mustangs throughout the
year was the result of a true team effort, with significant
contributions being made by each member of the roster; these
talented student-athletes were guided by head coach Gene Johnson,
who inspired them to reach their full potential as championship
contenders; and
WHEREAS, Through perseverance, hard work, and an enduring
commitment to play at the top of their game, the members of the 2014
Mustangs football team earned the admiration of their fellow
students and their many community supporters, and they may indeed
reflect with pride on a job well done; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the Cypress Ranch High School
football team on its outstanding 2014 season and extend to the
team's players, coaches, and staff 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.
Harless
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1219 was adopted by the House on March
26, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House