H.R. No. 863
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The boys' wrestling team from Lake Highlands High
School in Dallas enjoyed a successful 2014-2015 campaign, with
several members taking part in the University Interscholastic
League State Wrestling Tournament; and
WHEREAS, The Wildcats finished in second place at the Eagle
Mountain-Saginaw Independent School District Tournament in
December before taking part in the prestigious Grapevine Duals
tournament in early January; there, Lake Highlands reached the
finals, making the best showing at the event in school history; and
WHEREAS, After turning in solid performances against its
remaining regular season opponents, Lake Highlands went on to
capture its eighth consecutive league crown at the District 7-6A
championships; all 14 varsity starters qualified for the Region
2-6A meet in Allen, where team members Daniel Kidd, Connor Bosch,
Seth Villasana, Reid Curnutt, and Kendrell Willis each earned a
spot in the state tournament in their respective weight classes;
and
WHEREAS, Ably guided by coach Pete Grieder, the Wildcats
demonstrated admirable skill and determination throughout the
season, with each member of the roster contributing to the team's
accomplishments, and they may take justifiable pride in their
outstanding efforts; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the Lake Highlands High School
Wildcats wrestling team on its achievements during the 2014-2015
season and extend to the team's athletes 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.
Villalba
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 863 was adopted by the House on March
12, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House