78R8262 WMS-D

By:  Kolkhorst                                                    H.R. No. 515



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Zach Riffett of Brenham has proven himself to be one 
of our state's most gifted student-athletes, and his remarkable 
accomplishments have deservedly earned him national recognition; 
and
	WHEREAS, A member of the Brenham Cubs soccer team, Mr. 
Riffett is a three-time All-American goalkeeper whose impressive 
list of accolades includes being named the 2002 National High 
School Player of the Year by the National Soccer Coaches 
Association of America, an honor he was also accorded by Student 
Sports Magazine; in addition, he was selected as the 2002 Gatorade 
Texas High School Male Soccer Player of the Year; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Riffett's extraordinary physical talents are 
complemented by his fierce determination to excel and his 
outstanding leadership ability; a standout in the classroom as 
well, he maintains a 3.3 grade point average and makes time in his 
busy schedule to participate in the Anchor Club, the Brenham 
Changers, a youth community improvement group, and the Christian 
Youth Ministry of St. Mary's Church; and
	WHEREAS, The son of proud parents Dennis and Mary Ann 
Riffett, Zach Riffett is an inspiration both on and off the playing 
field, and he may indeed look with optimism and anticipation toward 
a bright and promising future; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate Zach Riffett on his phenomenal 
athletic achievements in the sport of soccer and extend to him 
sincere best wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it 
further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Riffett as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.