SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 813
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize the members of the Rising Scholars Academy of South Texas
Lady Rockets soccer team for their outstanding accomplishments
during the 2016-2017 season; and
WHEREAS, This school year has marked a season of great
success for the Lady Rockets, for they have earned the titles of
division champions, regional champions, and state champions for
the second consecutive year; and
WHEREAS, The young athletes have demonstrated talent and
perseverance on the field and have worked diligently to meet
their academic goals; team members Casey Charles, Hailley
Obregon, Kaitlyn DuBois, Sophia Saenz, Mallorie Aguirre, Mariela
Garcia, Loren Averyt, Linda Martinez, Isabella Keating, Claire
Reed, Alaniz Cuellar, Gillian Cespedes, Karla Hernandez, Andrea
Ramirez, Jenna Porter, Jessica Porter, Carolin Hernandez, Mary
Grace Calara, and Lauren Powell can indeed take pride in their
many achievements; and
WHEREAS, Under the superior leadership of coaches Denise
Ochoa and Amy Benavidez, the Lady Rockets have developed
exceptional teamwork and discipline; and
WHEREAS, The Rising Scholars Academy of South Texas and the
citizens of San Benito are proud of the Lady Rockets for their hard
work, their impressive skills, and their fine sportsmanship; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Rising Scholars Academy of South
Texas Lady Rockets for their successful season and extend to them
congratulations on earning their second consecutive state
championship title; 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.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 19, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate