H.R. No. 2042
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Ali Friemel of Groom High School achieved great
distinction by winning the silver medal in the 1A girls' singles
competition at the 2023 University Interscholastic League Tennis
State Tournament; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Friemel honed her skills over the course of her
senior year of competition and advanced to state for a third
consecutive season following a runner-up finish at regionals; and
WHEREAS, Joining the other top high school competitors in
Texas on April 25 and 26 at the state tournament in San Antonio,
Ms. Friemel turned in an exceptional performance; after dropping
the first set in her quarterfinal opener, she displayed impressive
poise and resolve, winning the next two sets for a 1-6, 6-3, 7-5
victory; in the semifinals, she easily defeated her next opponent
in straight sets, 6-4, 6-2, to claim a coveted berth in the final;
she gave her all in the championship match but ultimately finished
as the 1A silver medalist; and
WHEREAS, By excelling in the state's premier showcase for
high school tennis athletes, Ali Friemel has ably represented her
school and community, and she will cherish the memory of this
accomplishment for years to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Ali Friemel on winning the silver
medal in the 1A girls' singles event at the 2023 UIL Tennis State
Tournament and extend to her sincere best wishes for continued
success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Ms. Friemel 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. 2042 was adopted by the House on May
25, 2023, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House