H.R. No. 444

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, In a memorable matchup in the 2010 Sun Bowl in El Paso, the University of Notre Dame football team concluded its season with a 33-17 triumph over the University of Miami; and

WHEREAS, Taking the field on December 31 before the largest crowd in Sun Bowl history, the Fighting Irish cruised to victory after jumping out to a 14-0 lead during the first quarter and stretching their advantage to 24 points by halftime; the win extended the team's late-season winning streak to four games and gave Notre Dame a final record of eight wins and five losses; and

WHEREAS, Providing the offensive spark for the Irish was quarterback Tommy Rees, who passed for 201 yards and two touchdowns; Michael Floyd was on the receiving end of both TD tosses and hauled in four other passes to finish with 109 yards for the day; on the other side of the ball, the resolute Notre Dame defense held Miami to just three points during the first three quarters and collected a total of four interceptions; and

WHEREAS, With their defeat of the University of Miami, the Fighting Irish claimed Notre Dame's 15th bowl game victory, and the memory of that accomplishment will be cherished by the team and its loyal fans for years to come; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the University of Notre Dame football team on winning the 2010 Sun Bowl in El Paso; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the University of Notre Dame as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Marquez

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 444 was adopted by the House on February 28, 2013, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House