Congratulating the Duncanville High School girls' basketball team on winning the 2017 University Interscholastic League 6A state championship.
The resolution not only celebrates the athletic prowess of the students but also highlights the contributions of the coaching staff, specifically head coach Cathy Self-Morgan, who achieved her 1,100th career victory during this title win. It presents an opportunity for the community to come together in support of their local team, fostering a sense of pride and spirit within Duncanville. The success of the Pantherettes serves as an inspirational story for the youth in the area and emphasizes the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork.
Senate Resolution No. 638 commemorates the achievements of the Duncanville High School girls' basketball team, known as the Pantherettes, who won the University Interscholastic League 6A state championship on March 4, 2017. This resolution discusses their remarkable postseason journey, where they overcame several formidable opponents, ultimately securing a victory against Cypress Ranch High School with an impressive final score of 76-65. The win marked a significant milestone as it was the team's second consecutive state title and their tenth overall championship in girls' basketball history.
While the resolution expresses unanimous support for the team and its accomplishments, discussions regarding community resources for youth athletics and potential investors in high school sports could arise in the context of funding and support for such programs. The celebrations drawn from this resolution may lead to dialogues on how best to sustain and enhance the existing sports initiatives at the high school level, ensuring future teams can aspire to achieve similar successes.