H.R. No. 1249

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The Texas A&M University--Commerce women's basketball team took home its first Lone Star Conference title with an impressive victory over West Texas A&M University, earning a well-deserved automatic berth in the 2007 NCAA Division II South Central Regional tournament; and

WHEREAS, Led by head coach Denny Downing, the Lions demonstrated tenacity and grace under pressure as they toppled the nationally ranked West Texas A&M Lady Buffaloes by the score of 81-71; the victory ended West Texas A&M's 14-game winning streak and avenged the A&M Commerce team's only home loss in 29 games over the last two seasons; and

WHEREAS, In their first-ever appearance in the Division II South Central Regional tournament, the Lions captured the regional title to advance to the Elite Eight; the team fell to Clayton State in the quarterfinal matchup, but concluded its best season to date; and

WHEREAS, The team's outstanding 28-9 season record, coupled with its recent home-court domination of opponents, is indicative of a team with a bright and promising future, and the memory of the 2006-2007 season will remain with the team's players and fans for years to come; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Coach Denny Downing and the Texas A&M University--Commerce Lions on winning the 2007 Lone Star Conference basketball tournament and advancing to the Elite Eight in the 2007 NCAA Division II tournament, and extend best wishes to the many individuals who contributed to this success-filled season; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the team as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Flynn

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 1249 was adopted by the House on April 13, 2007, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House