Congratulating the DeSoto High School football team for winning the 2016 University Interscholastic League Class 6A Division II state championship.
Impact
The resolution not only celebrates the athletic talent and dedication of the DeSoto High School football team but also serves to inspire pride within the student body and the local community. By recognizing these student-athletes, the resolution aims to encourage participation in high school sports and to foster a spirit of teamwork and discipline among young people in Texas.
Summary
Senate Resolution No. 169 is a commemoration recognizing the DeSoto High School football team for their achievement in winning the 2016 University Interscholastic League Class 6A Division II state championship. This resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of the team's efforts throughout the season, during which they maintained a top-three ranking. The resolution highlights that this victory marks the school's first state title in football, emphasizing the significance of this achievement for the student-athletes and the community.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention specifically mentioned in the resolution. It is largely celebratory in nature and uniting, focusing on the successes of the team and the positive impacts that such achievements have on local pride and community spirit. Resolutions like SR169 generally garner broad support as they celebrate local accomplishments without introducing divisive legislation.