SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 298 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Ennis High School Lions football team, which recently won the 2014 Class 5A Division II state championship title; and WHEREAS, The Lions won their fifth Class 5A Division II state championship in football by defeating Cedar Park High School by a score of 38-35 at Cowboys AT&T Stadium in Arlington; and WHEREAS, These young athletes have demonstrated great talent and perseverance over the course of the season; team members can take pride in their outstanding performance; and WHEREAS, Under the leadership of a dedicated coaching staff, the Lions have developed exceptional teamwork and discipline; and WHEREAS, Ennis High School and the people of Ennis are proud of the Lions for their hard work, their impressive skills, and their fine sportsmanship; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th Legislature, hereby commend the Ennis High School Lions for their successful season and extend congratulations to them on winning the Class 5A Division II state football championship; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the team as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Birdwell ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 2, 2015. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate