H.R. No. 273
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
 
         WHEREAS, The Brazoswood High School Trap and Clay Shooters
  took home a gold medal as a result of their outstanding performance
  in the state Clay Trap/Sporting Clays Tournament, held in San
  Antonio on June 7 and 8, 2011; and
         WHEREAS, The mixed trap team of Colton Roeder, Chelsea
  Anguiano, Nathan Hudgeons, and Forrest Whitley scored 274 points,
  13 traps better than their nearest opponent; the 4 Brazoswood
  students were among 474 shooters representing 41 different schools
  at the meet, which is one of the fastest-growing state
  competitions; and
         WHEREAS, This triumph follows the success of the Brazoswood
  girls' team, which took first place at the meet in 2009 and 2010,
  making this year the third in a row that the Buccaneers have earned
  a state title; and
         WHEREAS, Ably led by sponsor Michael Firkins for the past
  four years, the Brazoswood Trap and Clay Shooters promote safety in
  outdoor sports and provide opportunities for leadership and
  camaraderie among participants; in addition, the team serves as an
  extension to the wildlife class taught at Brazoswood High School;
  and
         WHEREAS, Through skill and dedication, the Brazoswood
  shooters have furthered their school's impressive record in the
  sport, and their accomplishment is a source of pride for their
  fellow students and the community; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
  Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate the
  Brazoswood High School Trap and Clay Shooters team on its
  championship performance at the state Clay Trap/Sporting Clays
  Tournament in San Antonio and extend to its members sincere best
  wishes for continued achievement; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for the team as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  House of Representatives.
 
  Bonnen
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 273 was adopted by the House on June
  28, 2011, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House