H.R. No. 1119
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The members of the girls' basketball team from
Panhandle High School distinguished themselves during the
2020-2021 season, advancing all the way to the semifinals of the
University Interscholastic League 2A playoffs; and
WHEREAS, During the regular schedule, the Pantherettes
compiled an outstanding record of 23 wins and 3 losses and claimed
the District 2-2A title; Panhandle then embarked on an exciting
postseason run, defeating the teams from Sunray, Farwell, Gruver,
and New Home High Schools to advance to the regional finals; and
WHEREAS, Combining a stout defense with clutch shooting, the
Pantherettes triumphed over Wellington High School by a score of
43-36 to punch their ticket to the state tournament; in the
semifinals, the Panhandle players gave their all in a hard-fought
battle, but ultimately fell to eventual state champion Lipan High
School; the Pantherettes ended their memorable season with an
impressive 28-4 record; and
WHEREAS, Excelling with a true team effort, the Pantherettes
received valuable contributions throughout the year from each
member of the roster: Kandin Ford, Katelyn Haney, Sydney Adee,
Bailey Walterscheid, Mason Jones, Mackie Land, Grace Sims, Halle
Ford, Taylor Brinkley, Emmery Sides, Annison Thomas, Savannah
Sinclair, McKinzy Segura, Kate Kuehler, and Kinlea Ford; these
dedicated athletes were ably guided by head coach Rob Schmucker and
assistant coaches Sheena Schmucker and McKinsie Childers;
additional support was provided by videographer Aubree Crawford,
statistician Luke Schmucker, and manager James Schmucker; and
WHEREAS, Through hard work and an unwavering resolve to give
their very best, the members of the Panhandle girls' basketball
team have earned the admiration of their fellow students and their
many community supporters, and they may indeed reflect with pride
on their accomplishments; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the Panhandle High School girls'
basketball team on advancing to the semifinals of the 2021 UIL 2A
state playoffs 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 Pantherettes as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Price
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1119 was adopted by the House on May
14, 2021, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House