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By: Springer H.R. No. 2622

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The boys' 400-meter relay team from Paducah High School achieved great distinction by winning the University Interscholastic League 1A Division 2 state championship and establishing a new state record for the event at the 2013 University Interscholastic League Track and Field State Meet; and

WHEREAS, Following a first-place finish at the regional meet, the Dragons relay squad arrived at the state competition on May 10 in Austin with momentum on their side; runners Cody Austin, Oscar Mathis, Devron Brisco, and Austin Parton did not disappoint, as they claimed the gold medal and etched their names in the state record book with a remarkable time of 43.56 seconds; later that day, Mr. Brisco also took part in the 110-meter hurdles, finishing in fifth place; and

WHEREAS, Expertly guided by their coach, Paducah native Billy Hutchinson, the relay squad also received notable contributions throughout the season from alternates Rickey Searcy and Cole Parton, who competed in a number of 4 x 100 events in advance of the state meet; and

WHEREAS, With their exceptional demonstration of speed and determination, the talented student-athletes of the boys' 400-meter relay team have reached the pinnacle of success in their sport, and they will cherish their memories of this outstanding accomplishment for years to come; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the Paducah High School boys' 400-meter relay team on winning the UIL 1A Division 2 state championship and setting a new state record and extend to the runners and to Coach Billy Hutchinson sincere best wishes for continued success; 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.