87R15968 JRI-D
By: White H.R. No. 411
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Hardin-Jefferson High School girls' basketball
team enjoyed an exceptional 2020-2021 campaign, claiming the
district title, winning 35 consecutive games, and advancing all the
way to the University Interscholastic League 4A state championship
contest at the Alamodome in San Antonio; and
WHEREAS, After compiling a flawless record of 23 wins and
zero losses in the regular season, the Lady Hawks embarked on an
exciting postseason run; they defeated the teams from Bridge City,
El Campo, and Silsbee by wide margins, then knocked off China Spring
and La Vega High Schools to earn their second trip to the state
tournament in the past three years; and
WHEREAS, In the semifinals against Boerne, Hardin-Jefferson
entered the second half with a slim four-point advantage before
pulling away for a commanding 73-54 victory; squaring off against
Canyon High School in the state finale, the Lady Hawks turned in a
valiant effort in a hard-fought game but ultimately fell short,
ending their season with a stellar record of 29 wins and only one
loss; and
WHEREAS, Junior Ashlon Jackson and sophomore Molly Beavers
were recognized for their impressive performances during the final
two games in San Antonio, earning selection to the Texas Girls
Coaches Association All-Tournament Team; Ms. Jackson previously
earned the same distinction as a freshmen in 2019; and
WHEREAS, Excelling with a true team effort, the Lady Hawks
also received valuable contributions throughout the year from the
other members of the roster: Kassidi Riley, Jalyn Wright, Kendall
Sneed, Audie Rogers, Jada Pleasant, Savannah McDonald, India
McMahon, Makenna Henry, Rylee Wirth, Ashlyn Yarbrough, and Kenasha
Semien; these dedicated athletes were guided by head coach Mike
Fogo and assistant coaches Kris Rogers, Omar Sneed, Erin Smith, and
Kerry Sims; and
WHEREAS, With their exceptional skill and unwavering
commitment to excellence, the Hardin-Jefferson Lady Hawks earned a
place among the top high school basketball teams in Texas, and they
are a source of tremendous pride to their classmates and their many
supporters in the local community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate the Hardin-Jefferson High School
girls' basketball team on advancing to the 2021 UIL 4A state
championship game and extend to the team's players, coaches, and
staff sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Lady Hawks as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.