SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 16

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Elbert "Lum" Wright, who was inducted into the Rio Grande Valley Sports Hall of Fame on June 19, 2009; and

WHEREAS, Over the course of his legendary 45-year career, Coach Wright amassed a record of 361-126-17 and was honored with seven Coach of the Year awards; he took teams from Mission and Edcouch-Elsa to playoff berths in the 1950s and 1960s before moving to Mississippi, where he continued to produce successful teams; and

WHEREAS, Mindful of the important role sports play in the development of young people, Coach Wright taught his players many important lessons, including the importance of doing their best whether they won or lost in competition; and

WHEREAS, Coach Wright taught his players through discipline and dedication; he was able to bring out the best in his players, and he inspired his teams to excel in life as well as in athletic competition; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Elbert "Lum" Wright on his outstanding achievements as a coach and extend to him congratulations on being inducted into the Rio Grande Valley Sports Hall of Fame; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Hinojosa

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 1, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate