84R20351 WG-D By: White of Tyler H.R. No. 1866 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Braden Berryman and Kenneth Pickett of the Kirbyville Wildcat Bassmasters Club achieved great distinction by capturing first place in the youth competition at the Pro Bassmaster Elite Tournament in Orange on March 21, 2015; and WHEREAS, Mr. Berryman and Mr. Pickett qualified for the event by finishing in the top 10 of the SETX High School Fishing Association 2014-2015 standings after tournaments held in December and February; in so doing, they earned the opportunity to fish with an Elite Series professional as a part of the tournament in Orange; and WHEREAS, Competing in the waters of the Sabine River with fishing pro Jared Lintner providing instruction, the duo reeled in three bass for a total of 11 pounds, 0.02 ounces, to claim the championship trophy; moreover, they each received a $500 scholarship for winning the event; and WHEREAS, These talented young anglers demonstrated exceptional skill and determination in pursuit of their goals, and they are a source of great pride to their classmates and their community; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Braden Berryman and Kenneth Pickett on their performance at the 2015 Bassmaster Elite Tournament and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Berryman and Mr. Pickett as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.