SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 583

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Poth High School Pirettes girls basketball team for winning the Class 2A University Interscholastic League state championship title; and

WHEREAS, The Pirettes were victorious in their fourth consecutive appearance at the state tournament, defeating the number one ranked Winnsboro team 72-70; trailing by as many as 13 points in the second quarter, the Pirettes fought back and forced two overtime periods before emerging as champions; and

WHEREAS, These young athletes have demonstrated great talent and perseverance throughout the school year, ending the season with a 32-5 record; team members can take great pride in their outstanding performance; and

WHEREAS, Under the superior leadership and expertise of head coach Peggy Hosek and the aid of assistant coaches Lark Harlos, Judy Scheffler, and Patti Zenner, the Pirettes have developed exceptional teamwork and discipline; and

WHEREAS, Poth High School and the City of Poth are proud of the Pirettes for their hard work, their impressive skills, and their fine sportsmanship; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby commend the Poth High School Pirettes basketball team for their successful season and extend congratulations to them on winning the Class 2A University Interscholastic League state championship title; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the team as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Zaffirini

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 28, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate