By: Hughes S.C.R. No. 14
SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The marching band of Lindale High School reached the
pinnacle of success by claiming the 4A state championship in the
inaugural University Interscholastic League State Military Class
Marching Band Contest, held at Pine Tree High School in Longview on
December 9, 2020; and
WHEREAS, Cohosted with the National Association of Military
Marching Bands, the event was the first of its kind in Texas and
followed the decision by UIL officials to divide the corps and
military marching styles into separate high school competitions;
and
WHEREAS, The Pride of Lindale Band earned its place in the
finals by receiving a Division 1 Sweepstakes Award at the Region 21
Marching Contest on November 18; at the state event, the Eagles
competed against 10 of the top marching bands in Texas; the Lindale
ensemble impressed the panel of judges, achieving a total score of
eight and collecting perfect marks in marching to take home the
coveted championship; and
WHEREAS, Lindale High School's marching band is made up of
158 dedicated members under the able leadership of head band
director Steven Moore and his staff of assistant directors; and
WHEREAS, The talented Eagle performers have distinguished
themselves through their hard work and commitment to excellence,
and their recognition as one of the premier marching bands in the
Lone Star State is a source of tremendous pride for their school and
community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 87th Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby congratulate the Lindale High School band on winning the 4A
championship at the 2020 UIL State Military Class Marching Band
Contest and extend to all those associated with the ensemble
sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the band as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives and Senate.