Texas Senate Bill SR857

Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Caption

Recognizing the Aledo High School football team for winning a state championship.

Impact

The resolution highlights not only the athletes' skills and talents but also the essential support and leadership provided by their coaching staff. Under head coach Steve Wood and his predecessor Tim Buchanan, the team has demonstrated exceptional discipline and teamwork, which are celebrated as integral to their success. This recognition by the Texas Senate serves as a formal acknowledgment of the positive impact sports can have on education and community spirit.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 857 recognizes the Aledo High School football team for their impressive accomplishment of winning the University Interscholastic League 2016 Class 5A state championship. This resolution honors their victory over Corpus Christi's Calallen High School with a final score of 24-16, marking Aledo's seventh state championship title. The resolution acknowledges the team's perfect season record of 16-0 and ranks them among the top 25 high school football teams in the nation.

Contention

While Senate Resolutions like SR857 typically do not attract significant opposition, they do raise discussions around the values of sportsmanship and community pride. Recognizing student-athletes can serve to inspire others in the community, creating discussions about the importance of school support for athletic programs. Additionally, it reflects on the broader cultural significance of high school sports within Texas, underpinning a sense of local identity.