H.R. No. 1432
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Silsbee High School boys' basketball team
enjoyed an outstanding 2014-2015 season, advancing all the way to
the 4A Region 3 final of the University Interscholastic League
playoffs; and
WHEREAS, After posting an impressive 11-1 record in district
play, the Tigers opened the postseason with a commanding 83-63
triumph over Hargrave High School; Silsbee followed with victories
over Scarborough and Wheatley before dominating Mexia High in the
regional semifinals by a score of 83-46 to earn a place in the
regional finals; in that contest, the team gave a valiant effort
against Sterling High but ultimately fell short, concluding the
year with a stellar record of 30 wins to just 6 defeats; and
WHEREAS, Under the skilled guidance of head coach Joe Sigler
and assistant coaches Ira Brooks and James Collins, the Tigers
excelled with a true team effort and benefited from the valuable
contributions made throughout the season by each member of the
roster: Michael Williams, Bruce Newton, Sedrick Spearman, Trajan
Harris, Dontre' Thomas, Ricky Maze, Michael McCain, Travious
Grubbs, Kalon Barnes, Luke Tanton, and Kolton Mackey; and
WHEREAS, The Silsbee Tigers basketball squad has become a
source of tremendous pride to its many supporters in the local
community, and the teamwork and dedication that the players have
demonstrated on the court will continue to serve them well in the
years to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the Silsbee High School boys'
basketball team on reaching the UIL 4A Region 3 final 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.
White of Tyler
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1432 was adopted by the House on April
16, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House