Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Texas House Bill HR35

Caption

Congratulating the DeSoto High School football team on winning the UIL 6A Division 2 state championship.

Impact

The resolution emphasizes the significance of team effort and leadership, notably highlighting Coach Todd Peterman's role in guiding the team to success. The players demonstrated skill, determination, and an enduring commitment to the sport, fostering a spirit of pride in their achievement. By recognizing their championship victory, HR35 serves both to honor the players' dedication and to promote high school sports' positive impact on communities.

Summary

HR35 is a resolution that congratulates the DeSoto High School football team for winning the UIL 6A Division 2 state championship on December 17, 2016. This victory marked the first time in the school's history that they secured a state title, culminating a season in which the Eagles achieved an impressive perfect record of 16 wins and no losses. Throughout the season, they excelled, outscoring their opponents by an average margin of 30 points per game, showcasing the team's dominance in high school football within Texas.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HR35 is entirely positive, celebrating local athletic achievements and community pride. The resolution serves as a testament to the hard work and collective efforts of the players, coaching staff, and supporters of DeSoto High School. Such recognitions are crucial in encouraging youth engagement in sports and building community morale through shared victories.

Contention

While HR35 is primarily a congratulatory resolution, the nature of legislative acknowledgments like this can sometimes prompt discussions about funding for school sports programs, the importance of extracurricular activities, and community support for educational institutions. However, in this case, there does not appear to be significant points of contention arising from the resolution itself.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR20

Congratulating the DeSoto High School football team on winning the 2022 UIL 6A Division 2 state championship.

TX SR339

Congratulating the DeSoto High School football team for winning the 2022 UIL 6A Division II state championship.

TX HR36

Congratulating the Duncanville High School football team on winning the 2022 UIL 6A Division 1 state championship.

TX SR230

Congratulating the Gunter High School football team for winning the 2022 UIL 3A Division 2 state championship.

TX HR1777

Congratulating the Carthage High School football team on winning the 2022 UIL 4A Division 2 state championship.

TX SR329

Congratulating the Duncanville High School football team for winning the 2022 UIL 6A Division I state championship.

TX HR508

Congratulating the football team from South Oak Cliff High School in Dallas on winning the 2022 UIL 5A Division 2 state championship.

TX HR115

Congratulating the Liberty Christian School football team on winning the 2023 TAPPS Division II state championship.

TX HR1275

Congratulating the Seven Lakes High School boys' soccer team on winning the 2023 UIL 6A state championship.

TX HR626

Congratulating the Lake Highlands High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2023 UIL 6A state championship.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.