88S40870 EME-D
By: Swanson H.R. No. 117
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Endurance horseback rider Haley Moquin of Spring
achieved great distinction with her impressive showing in the Tevis
Cup Ride, which took place on July 29 and 30, 2023; and
WHEREAS, Held annually since 1955, the Tevis Cup Ride is
considered the most challenging horse endurance race in the world;
the competition consists of a rugged 100-mile course from Lake
Tahoe to Auburn, California; each rider who completes the route
within the 24-hour limit, and whose mount is judged "fit to
continue," receives a silver buckle; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Moquin competed in an international field that
included riders from Australia, Canada, England, Israel, Poland,
South Africa, and the United States; exhibiting a high level of
horsemanship and sportsmanship, she placed sixth aboard her
14-year-old Arabian gelding Im Hot N Bothered "Freaky"; moreover,
she was presented with the prestigious Haggin Cup, which is earned
by the horse judged to be in the best physical condition; and
WHEREAS, With her outstanding performance in the Tevis Cup
Ride, Haley Moquin has proudly represented the State of Texas, and
it is a pleasure to join in recognizing her for her accomplishments;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby congratulate Haley Moquin
on placing sixth and receiving the Haggin Cup in the 2023 Tevis Cup
Ride 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. Moquin as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.