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.
White of Tyler
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1866 was adopted by the House on May
7, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House