86R20990 CW-D
By: King of Hemphill H.R. No. 1053
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Nazareth High School boys' basketball team
distinguished itself by advancing all the way to the 2019
University Interscholastic League 1A state semifinals on March 7 at
the Alamodome in San Antonio; and
WHEREAS, After a strong showing in the regular season,
Nazareth launched its impressive run through the playoffs with
victories over Shamrock, Texline, and Earth Springlake High Schools
to reach the regional finale; in that contest, the Swifts mounted a
thrilling comeback in the second half, prevailing 51-39 over McLean
High School and punching their ticket to the state tournament for
the 17th time in program history; and
WHEREAS, Nazareth squared off against Jayton High School in
the hard-fought semifinal matchup; though they ultimately fell
short, the Swifts turned in a valiant effort, bringing their season
to a close with an overall record of 25 wins and 10 losses; and
WHEREAS, Under the able guidance of head coach Taylor Schulte
and assistant coaches Steven Moore and Scout Teal, the Swifts
excelled with a true team effort, receiving valuable contributions
throughout the year from each member of the roster: Luke Betzen,
Kaden Cleavinger, Brayden Dyer, Derek Dyer, Jake Gerber, Trent
Gerber, Eric Hill, Chance Hochstein, Aidan Moore, Tristan Nelson,
Brady Robb, and Nathaneal Van Dijk; and
WHEREAS, Through hard work and an unwavering resolve to give
their very best, the members of the Nazareth High School boys'
basketball team have earned the admiration of their fellow students
and their many community supporters, and they may indeed reflect
with pride on their memorable accomplishments; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the Nazareth High School boys'
basketball team on its success during the 2018-2019 season and
extend to the team's players, coaches, and staff sincere best
wishes for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the team as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.