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By:  Keel                                                       H.C.R. No. 13 



CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, After more than three decades, members of the 
Longhorn Nation can once again call themselves NCAA football 
champions, thanks to the efforts of the dedicated young men who 
claimed the national championship trophy for The University of 
Texas at Austin on January 4, 2006; and
	WHEREAS, In a game played before a sold-out crowd of nearly 
100,000 fans and a television audience numbering in the millions, 
the Longhorns, led by the formidable Vince Young, scored a 
thrilling 41-38 victory over the University of Southern California 
Trojans at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Young, the junior quarterback and recipient of 
the Rose Bowl MVP Award, took over the game in the second half and 
led Texas to its unforgettable come-from-behind win; his eight-yard 
romp into the end zone, with just seconds remaining in the game, 
capped a stunning individual effort that netted 467 yards of total 
offense, including 200 yards rushing and 267 yards passing; and
	WHEREAS, Bolstered by Mr. Young's magnificent performance, 
the team's victory was ultimately the result of a singular 
commitment to teamwork by its players and thorough preparation by 
the team's coaches; Coach Mack Brown and his superlative staff ably 
guided the Longhorns through their undefeated championship season, 
skillfully navigating the team through a series of challenging 
confrontations, while keeping the players energized and focused 
from humble start to glorious finish; and
	WHEREAS, With their second consecutive Rose Bowl victory and 
fourth national championship crown, the Longhorns have reached the 
pinnacle of college football success, capturing the hearts and 
imaginations of countless fans around the country, and each member 
of the 2005 National Championship team is deserving of 
congratulations and commendation for a job well done; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 79th Legislature of the State of Texas, 
3rd Called Session, hereby honor Coach Mack Brown, his staff, and 
the Texas Longhorn football team on bringing the 2005 National 
Championship trophy to the Lone Star State and recognize all those 
who contributed to this remarkable achievement; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the team, Coach Mack Brown, and the Longhorn coaching 
staff as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of 
Representatives and Senate.