H.R. No. 2269 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Bryce Braden of Stratford High School achieved great distinction by winning the gold medal in the boys' 2A discus throw at the 2023 University Interscholastic League Track & Field State Meet; and WHEREAS, Joining the other top high school competitors in Texas at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin on May 12, Mr. Braden turned in a notable performance, securing first place with a distance of 168 feet, 10 inches, on his sixth and final throw; and WHEREAS, This talented athlete has benefited from the support and expert guidance of David Lantelme, who has served as the throwing and high-jump coach at Stratford High for 13 years; and WHEREAS, In addition to his track and field accomplishments, Mr. Braden is a standout quarterback and linebacker for the Stratford High football team; and WHEREAS, By excelling in the state's premier showcase for high school track and field athletes, Bryce Braden has ably represented his school and community, and he will cherish his memories of this outstanding accomplishment for years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Bryce Braden on his gold-medal finish in the boys' 2A discus throw at the 2023 UIL Track & Field State Meet 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. Braden as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Price ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2269 was adopted by the House on May 29, 2023, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House