87R25246 TBO-D
 
  By: Dean H.R. No. 1137
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Evan Hodge of St. Mary's Catholic School in Longview
  achieved great distinction by winning two medals at the 2021 Texas
  Association of Private and Parochial Schools Track and Field State
  Championships; and
         WHEREAS, Joining other top high school competitors from
  throughout Texas at Panther Stadium in Hewitt on April 30 and May 1,
  Mr. Hodge turned in outstanding performances in several 1A events;
  he claimed the state title in the 100-meter dash with a time of
  11.94 seconds and a bronze medal in the triple jump, recording a
  distance of 38 feet, 1 inch; in addition, he finished sixth in the
  200-meter dash and fourth in the long jump; and
         WHEREAS, By excelling in this premier showcase for high
  school track and field athletes, Evan Hodge has ably represented
  his school and community, and he will cherish his memories of this
  outstanding accomplishment for years to come; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas
  Legislature hereby congratulate Evan Hodge on winning two medals at
  the 2021 TAPPS Track and Field State Championships and extend to him
  sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for Mr. Hodge as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  House of Representatives.