H.R. No. 360
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Bringing an unforgettable season to a triumphant
close, the DeSoto High School boys' basketball team captured the
2016 University Interscholastic League 6A state championship on
March 12 at the Alamodome in San Antonio; and
WHEREAS, Under the guidance of head coach Chris Dyer and
assistant coaches George Golden, Steve Pinchback, and James
Williams, the Eagles posted an impressive 28-2 win-loss record in
the regular season to secure a berth in the playoffs; during their
postseason run, they dispatched formidable teams from Euless
Trinity, Carrollton Hebron, Justin Northwest, Lubbock Coronado,
and South Grand Prairie High Schools to advance to the state
tournament; and
WHEREAS, After defeating Cibolo Steele High School 58-53 in a
hard-fought semifinal matchup, DeSoto faced off against undefeated
Humble Atascocita High School in a battle for the crown; benefiting
from a strong defense and a second-quarter offensive surge, DeSoto
went into halftime with a commanding lead, and the squad continued
its dominance in the second half to seal a 73-54 victory and clinch
the school's third state title; senior Tristen Wallace was named
the championship game's most valuable player, and he was joined on
the All-Tournament Team by senior Marques Bolden; and
WHEREAS, Excelling with a true team effort, the Eagles also
received valuable contributions throughout the year from the other
members of the roster: Julian Miranda, Jordan Berry, Swahn Gibson,
Joe McFail, Morris Coe, Jarius Roberson, Chase Winchester, Brandon
Butler, Devonte Williams, and Brendon Rushing; and
WHEREAS, Winning a state championship is the goal of every
high school athlete; the hard work and skill demonstrated by the
DeSoto High players have enabled them to realize that dream, and
they will treasure the memory of this outstanding accomplishment
for many years to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the DeSoto High School boys'
basketball team on winning the 2016 UIL 6A state championship and
extend to the team's players, coaches, and staff 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.
Giddings
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 360 was adopted by the House on
February 23, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House