83R25807 STE-D

By: Anderson H.R. No. 2187

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The tennis team from Robinson High School made a strong showing in the University Interscholastic League 3A Region III tournament in Bryan on April 15 and 16, 2013, qualifying one singles player and one doubles team for the state tournament; and

WHEREAS, Seeded number two in the regional competition, Jacob Wingate punched his ticket to state with a solid performance; he dropped only one game in his first two matches and won his semifinal 6-4, 6-4 before falling to the top-seeded player in the final by a score of 3-6, 3-6; and

WHEREAS, The doubles combination of McKenna Kramer and Kayla Hill-Johnson also earned a slot in the state tournament by claiming second place against their regional foes; the duo powered through their first three matches to reach the final, and though they lost that showdown, they turned in a strong performance in the consolation playback round, prevailing 6-7, 6-1, 6-3 to secure their runner-up position; and

WHEREAS, Under the skillful guidance of coaches Jack Gregory and Jodi Olson, six other members of the Robinson team also qualified for the regional tournament and gained valuable experience that will benefit them next season: Nikki Bright, Eric Bortz, Kerry Carriveau, Brianna Docherty, Savannah Hill-Johnson, and Hunter Goolsby; and

WHEREAS, The 2012-2013 Robinson players continued their school's tradition of tennis excellence, and these dedicated athletes may take great pride in the skill that they have demonstrated throughout the year; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the Robinson High School tennis team on its success at the UIL 3A Region III tournament and extend to the team's players and coaches sincere best wishes for the future; 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.