SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 412
WHEREAS, Jesse Marines, a senior at Weslaco High School, claimed the silver medal at the 2005 University Interscholastic League State Wrestling Championships, and his achievement is a source of tremendous pride to his school and community; and WHEREAS, Jesse defeated three talented opponents to advance to the championship final, and he has earned well-deserved praise from his fans for representing his fellow Rio Grande Valley wrestlers with honor and dignity; and WHEREAS, Competing in the 171-pound weight class, this gifted young wrestler completed his senior campaign with an impressive 31-2 record; throughout the long season, he has relied on the support of his coach, John Glapa, his teammates, and the students, faculty, and staff of Weslaco High School; and WHEREAS, Although he has been involved in competitive wrestling for only two years, Jesse Marines has demonstrated great skill and ability in this challenging sport, and he is most deserving of special recognition for his impressive finish at the 2005 University Interscholastic League State Wrestling Championships and for his outstanding season; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 79th Legislature, hereby congratulate Jesse Marines for winning the silver medal at the 2005 University Interscholastic League State Wrestling Championships and extend best wishes to him for continued success in all his future endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Jesse Marines as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Lucio ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 17, 2005. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate