84R16236 WG-D
By: White of Tyler H.R. No. 1458
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Buna High School boys' powerlifting team
distinguished itself by capturing runner-up honors at the Buna
Powerlifting Meet on February 12, 2015; and
WHEREAS, Ably guided by coach Cory Harrison, the Cougars
faced off against talented lifters from five different area high
schools at the event; Cade Pellerin came out on top in the 132-pound
weight class with a lift total of 655 pounds, and teammate Arthur
Watson put up 1,080 pounds to claim the 148-pound title; moreover,
Ty Tamplin placed first in the 220-pound division after clearing an
impressive 1,605 pounds; and
WHEREAS, Important contributions were also made by the other
members of the Cougars squad, with Nick Rhame finishing as
runner-up in the 242-pound weight class, Cole Briseno placing
second in the 132-pound division, and Justin Miller and Ethan
Harding each capturing fifth place in the 220-pound and 148-pound
classes, respectively; moreover, Tommy Jones took home third-place
honors for his performance in the SHW weight class, and Trace
Compton was seventh among the 148-pound contenders; and
WHEREAS, With their exemplary efforts, these talented
student-athletes have continued the Buna High School tradition of
athletic excellence, and they may take great pride in the skill and
dedication that they have demonstrated throughout the season; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the Buna High School powerlifting
team on its success at the 2015 Buna Powerlifting Meet and extend to
the team's lifters and coaches sincere best wishes for the future;
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.