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By: Herrero H.R. No. 2577

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Four powerlifting athletes from Banquete High School made impressive showings at the state meets held in March 2007; and

WHEREAS, Due to their success in regional competition, senior Natalie Ysassi and junior Amanda Breland qualified to compete against other 2A athletes in the Texas High School Women's Powerlifting Association state meet, which was held in Killeen on March 17; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Ysassi claimed the state title in the 123-pound weight division by lifting a total of 740 pounds; Ms. Breland, who competes in the 198-pound class, demonstrated great tenacity in winning a hard-fought battle for third place with a combined total of 850 pounds; and

WHEREAS, Banquete's state qualifiers among the boys' lifters were senior Richard Garcia and junior Michael Luna, and they both earned a trip to the Texas High School Powerlifting Association State Championships on March 24 in Houston; and

WHEREAS, Besting the other Division 3 competitors in the 114-pound weight division, Mr. Luna won the Bulldogs' second powerlifting championship for 2007, hefting 980 pounds; Mr. Garcia won the respect of his super heavyweight foes by clearing 1,595 pounds and finishing fourth; and

WHEREAS, Proving that they have the determination and skill to stand with the finest lifters in the state, these four Banquete student-athletes have established their school as a respected name in the sport, and their outstanding performances will remain a source of pride for each of them in the years to come; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the powerlifters from Banquete High School for their exceptional performances at the 2007 state meets and extend to them best wishes for success in all their future endeavors; and, be it further

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