SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 910

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Plano High School Wildcats boys' soccer team, which recently won the University Interscholastic League Class 5A state championship title; and

WHEREAS, The Wildcats defeated the Brownsville Lopez High School Lobos by a score of 3-1 to win their sixth state championship title; the Wildcats answered the Lobos' opening goal with one of their own, and they never again trailed in the match; and

WHEREAS, These young athletes have demonstrated great talent and perseverance throughout the school year, ending the season with a record of 25-3-5; team members can take great pride in their outstanding performance; and

WHEREAS, Under the superior leadership and expertise of a dedicated coaching staff, and with the support of a devoted student body, the Wildcats won their first state championship since 2000; and

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

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend the Plano High School Wildcats boys' soccer team on their successful season and extend congratulations to them on winning the University Interscholastic League Class 5A 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.

Shapiro

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 20, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate