79S31963 BJM-D

By:  Herrero                                                      H.R. No. 747


R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The members and coaches of the CGA Twisters cheer squads from the Coastal Bend area had impressive showings at the 2006 American Cheer Power National Championship competition held in San Antonio in February 2006; and WHEREAS, Ably coached by Felipe and Debbie Salazar, the five squads demonstrated great sportsmanship, agility, and strength in their various routines; and WHEREAS, The preschool age Show Team earned participation awards for their performance, and the Mini Team, kindergarteners to second graders, placed fourth out of 16 squads; also competing were the Junior Squad Novice and Junior Advanced teams, fifth through ninth graders, who earned seventh and sixth places, respectively; and WHEREAS, Rounding out this exceptional group of athletes were the members of the Elementary Squad, girls aged seven to 10, who earned the coveted title of 2006 American Cheer Power National Champions; their victory earned them the right to compete at the Final Destination world championships in Baltimore, Maryland, where they earned second place out of the nation's 10 best teams; the team previously earned championship honors at the 2005 Holiday Open Championships, Texas Open State Championship, and Small Gym Championship; and WHEREAS, Through skilled coaching, unwavering focus, and a dedication to excellence, the CGA Twisters have achieved extraordinary success in their athletic performances and they are most deserving of special recognition; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate the coaches and members of the CGA Twisters for their successes at the 2006 American Cheer Power National Championship competition and extend to them best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the CGA Twisters as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.