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                                                                H.C.R. No. 217


HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The Ambassadors of Christ Christian Academy boys' basketball team has again achieved the pinnacle of success by winning the school's second consecutive Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) Class 1A state championship; and WHEREAS, Advancing to the state tournament in Houston, the Eagles routed the San Antonio Believers in the semifinal matchup and demonstrated true championship heart in the title game against district foe St. Alban's Academy, winning 75-64 to retain the coveted crown; and WHEREAS, The season's outstanding accomplishments were the result of not only exceptional athletic ability but also total dedication to the team concept by players Loris Williams, Fred Douglas, Oscar Miller, Chris Brown, Chris Shepard, Josh Christian, Moses Ellison, Generra Boozer, Glenn Miller, and J. P. Simpkins; and WHEREAS, Head coach Ron McDowell provided his young charges with exemplary leadership and guidance, enabling them to attain their dream of a repeat title, and he was ably supported in his efforts by assistant coaches Jessica Thomas, Nelson Rowls, and Sam Brown; and WHEREAS, These dedicated student-athletes are a source of tremendous pride to the students and staff at Ambassadors of Christ Christian Academy, and it is indeed appropriate that their second consecutive title be recognized; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas hereby congratulate the members of the Ambassadors of Christ Christian Academy boys' basketball team on winning the 2002-2003 TAPPS Class 1A state championship and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for prominent display at Ambassadors of Christ Christian Academy as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate. Lewis ______________________________ ______________________________ President of the Senate Speaker of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 217 was adopted by the House on May 16, 2003, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 217 was adopted by the Senate on May 31, 2003, by a viva-voce vote. ______________________________ Secretary of the Senate APPROVED: __________________ Date __________________ Governor