84R4863 WG-D
By: Leach H.R. No. 122
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Allen High School football team furthered its
reputation as a gridiron powerhouse by winning the 2014 University
Interscholastic League 6A Division 1 championship, taking home the
state title for the third year in a row and for the fourth time since
2008; and
WHEREAS, In the course of a season in which they compiled a
perfect 16-0 record, the Eagles claimed the district title before
beginning the postseason with victories over Keller Central,
DeSoto, Martin, and Trinity High Schools; Allen then faced off
against Skyline High in the semifinals, where the team rallied from
a second-half deficit to win 52-34 and earn a trip to the state
championship game; and
WHEREAS, The Eagles jumped out to a quick lead against
Cypress Ranch High School in the title contest, as quarterback
Kyler Murray connected with teammate Cody Butler for a touchdown
pass to put Allen ahead 7-0; Cypress Ranch pulled to within four
points late in the second quarter, but the Eagles' offense
responded with a last-minute touchdown drive to take a 21-10 lead
into halftime; the Allen players continued their fine performance
in the second half, as they overwhelmed their opponent on both sides
of the ball on their way to an impressive 47-16 victory; and
WHEREAS, The triumph extended Allen's current winning streak
to an exceptional 43 games; moreover, it gave the Eagles the
distinction of being one of just four teams to have collected three
consecutive titles in the state's top high school classification;
and
WHEREAS, Under the direction of head coach Tom Westerberg,
the Eagles received essential contributions throughout the year
from each member of the roster as they once again proved themselves
one of the premier squads in the Lone Star State; and
WHEREAS, Winning three consecutive state championships is a
rare feat that is the culmination of countless hours of hard work
and an unwavering commitment to excellence, and these dedicated
student-athletes may take justifiable pride in their outstanding
accomplishment; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the Allen High School football team
on winning the 2014 UIL 6A Division 1 state championship and extend
sincere best wishes to the team's players, coaches, and staff 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.