H.R. No. 291
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Brandon Lee Figueroa of Weslaco is building a
notable career as a professional boxer, and his achievements in the
ring are earning the recognition of fight enthusiasts in Texas and
beyond; and
WHEREAS, The "Heartbreaker," as he is known to his fans,
hails from a family that is becoming synonymous with boxing
excellence; his older brother is former lightweight champion Omar
"Panterita" Figueroa Jr., and Brandon honed his skills by sparring
with him; both brothers have benefited from the guidance of their
father, Omar Figueroa Sr., who has served as their trainer, and the
support of their mother, Judith Figueroa; and
WHEREAS, Brandon Figueroa began gaining attention as an
amateur fighter when he competed in more than 40 bouts and excelled
in Silver Gloves and Golden Gloves matches; he turned professional
in 2015, scoring his first victory on May 9 in Hidalgo; and
WHEREAS, That impressive debut kick-started a triumphant run
for Mr. Figueroa; he has won all 13 of his fights, and his raw
punching power has felled eight of his opponents by knockout; his
most recent success came on July 15, 2017, when he bested Fatiou
Fassinou in a super bantamweight match in Uniondale, New York, a
victory made more special because he shared the card with Omar, and
both brothers went home with victories; and
WHEREAS, Brandon Lee "Heartbreaker" Figueroa is furthering
the Lone Star State's reputation for producing outstanding boxers,
and he is poised for further glory in the years ahead; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Brandon Lee
Figueroa on his accomplishments as a professional boxer and extend
to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Mr. Figueroa as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Martinez
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 291 was adopted by the House on August
15, 2017, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House