SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1065

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize The Colony High School girls soccer team of the Lewisville Independent School District for winning the 2007 University Interscholastic League Class 4A state championship title; and

WHEREAS, The Colony High School Lady Cougars defeated the Friendswood Mustangs 1-0 in the championship game two days after dominating Lake Travis in the semifinals; and

WHEREAS, Playing in winds up to 30 miles per hour, both teams were limited to controlled passing attacks and were unable to play the ball deep when going into the wind; and

WHEREAS, The Lady Cougars displayed superior talent and perseverance, and the success of their team attests to each player's commitment to the team's goals; and

WHEREAS, These young women are excellent athletes and a source of pride to their families, their fellow students, and The Colony community, and they deserve recognition for their outstanding achievement; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby congratulate The Colony High School Lady Cougars on winning the Class 4A girls soccer state championship title and extend to them best wishes for the future; 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. Nelson

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 18, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate