78R2196 JHS-D

By:  Ellis                                                        H.R. No. 69 



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The Splendora High School LadyCats captured the 2002 
UIL 3A State Softball Championship with a hard-fought victory over 
the Lindale High School Lady Eagles on June 1 at Austin's McCombs 
Field; and
	WHEREAS, Under the tutelage of head coach Val Weldon, the 
LadyCats came to epitomize teamwork, dedication, and 
sportsmanship, finishing their season with a 30-4 record and 
possession of the coveted state championship trophy; and
	WHEREAS, Although their victory was a true team effort, the 
LadyCats received a stellar performance from tournament MVP Melissa 
Collins, who struck out 41 batters in the team's final two games; 
and
	WHEREAS, To reach the championship game, the LadyCats 
defeated Decatur in the state semifinals with a 1-0 12-inning 
victory; Ms. Collins set a state record in that game with a 
phenomenal 27 strikeouts; and
	WHEREAS, The Splendora LadyCats softball team has achieved 
the pinnacle of success, and with this exciting accomplishment 
these outstanding student-athletes have ensured their team a 
lasting place of honor in the annals of their school; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate Coach Val Weldon and the Splendora 
High School LadyCats softball team on winning the 2002 UIL 3A State 
Softball Championship; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the members of the team and for prominent display at 
Splendora High School as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.