H.R. No. 1866
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
 
         WHEREAS, Braden Berryman and Kenneth Pickett of the
  Kirbyville Wildcat Bassmasters Club achieved great distinction by
  capturing first place in the youth competition at the Pro
  Bassmaster Elite Tournament in Orange on March 21, 2015; and
         WHEREAS, Mr. Berryman and Mr. Pickett qualified for the
  event by finishing in the top 10 of the SETX High School Fishing
  Association 2014-2015 standings after tournaments held in December
  and February; in so doing, they earned the opportunity to fish with
  an Elite Series professional as a part of the tournament in Orange;
  and
         WHEREAS, Competing in the waters of the Sabine River with
  fishing pro Jared Lintner providing instruction, the duo reeled in
  three bass for a total of 11 pounds, 0.02 ounces, to claim the
  championship trophy; moreover, they each received a $500
  scholarship for winning the event; and
         WHEREAS, These talented young anglers demonstrated
  exceptional skill and determination in pursuit of their goals, and
  they are a source of great pride to their classmates and their
  community; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Braden Berryman and Kenneth
  Pickett on their performance at the 2015 Bassmaster Elite
  Tournament and extend to them sincere best wishes for continued
  success; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mr. Berryman and Mr. Pickett as an expression of high
  regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
 
  White of Tyler
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 1866 was adopted by the House on May
  7, 2015, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House