H.R. No. 1886 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Ethan Ruppanner of Tascosa High School in Amarillo achieved great distinction by winning the bronze medal in the 5A singles competition at the 2021 University Interscholastic League Tennis State Tournament; and WHEREAS, Taking the court in San Antonio on May 20 along with the other top 5A qualifiers, Mr. Ruppanner triumphed in the quarterfinal, besting his opponent in a hard-fought 7-6 (4), 3-6, 6-4 victory; he then advanced to the semifinals, where he turned in an outstanding performance, claiming third place overall; and WHEREAS, By excelling in the state's premier showcase for high school tennis athletes, Ethan Ruppanner has ably represented his school and community, and he will cherish the memory of this accomplishment for years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Ethan Ruppanner on earning the bronze medal in the 5A boys' singles event at the 2021 UIL Tennis State Tournament and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Ruppanner as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Price ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1886 was adopted by the House on May 31, 2021, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House