SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 471
WHEREAS, The Texas Southern University cheerleading team
realized a historic milestone by being crowned champions at the
2023 National Cheerleaders Association & National Dance Alliance
College Nationals; and
WHEREAS, Joining other top squads from throughout the
country in Daytona Beach, Florida, from April 5 through 9, the
Tigers delivered an exceptional performance; competing in the
Cheer Spirit Rally Division I category, TSU held first place
after the preliminary round and went on to triumph in the final
round with a total event score of 95.5875, outdistancing its
nearest competitor by a margin of nearly 11 points; and
WHEREAS, The win was all the more significant because the
Tigers are the first team from a Historically Black College and
University to claim a national title at the cheerleading
championships, and their success is sure to inspire countless
young performers across the nation; and
WHEREAS, The TSU cheerleaders benefit from the able
leadership of head coach Shontrese Comeaux, who has made success
at nationals a priority for the team; under her guidance, the
Tigers have devoted themselves to building their skills and
refining their routines, with valuable contributions being made
by each member of the roster; and
WHEREAS, Winning a national championship represents the
culmination of countless hours of training and an unwavering
commitment to excellence, and the Texas Southern cheerleaders
are a source of great pride to the entire university community;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th
Legislature, hereby congratulate the Texas Southern University
cheerleading team on winning the Cheer Spirit Rally Division I
championship at the 2023 NCA & NDA College Nationals and extend
to all those associated with the team sincere best wishes for
continued success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this Resolution be
prepared for the Tigers as an expression of high regard from the
Texas Senate.
Miles, Alvarado, West, Whitmire
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on April 25, 2023.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate