78R12373 WMS-D

By:  Paxton                                                       H.R. No. 871



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, On April 3, 2003, the Frisco RoughRiders played the 
first game of the franchise's inaugural season at the new Dr 
Pepper/Seven Up Ballpark in Frisco; and
	WHEREAS, Designed by architect David M. Schwarz, the new 
ballpark is distinguished by its old-fashioned, wood-structure, 
retro look and is unique in that the bullpen areas are built into 
the stands behind first and third bases; with luxury boxes and fixed 
seating for 8,800, the stadium can also accommodate an additional 
1,800 fans in overflow lawn areas; and
	WHEREAS, The Frisco RoughRiders, the Double A minor league 
affiliate of the Texas Rangers, have 72 home games scheduled in the 
facility during the 2003 season, and the high volume of ticket 
sales, including an opening night in which all seats were sold, is a 
testament to both the popularity of the new franchise and its 
magnificent home stadium; and
	WHEREAS, This new sporting venue, along with the RoughRiders 
baseball team, is sure to have a significant positive impact on the 
city of Frisco as well as the wider community, and it is appropriate 
to recognize all those associated with the RoughRiders and wish 
them a winning first season; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate the Frisco RoughRiders and all 
those associated with the Dr Pepper/Seven Up Ballpark on the 
facility's opening, and that they be extended sincere best wishes 
for future success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for prominent display at the Dr Pepper/Seven Up Ballpark 
as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of 
Representatives.