H.R. No. 786

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Bellaire Little League celebrated the 70th anniversary of its founding as part of its 2023 opening day ceremonies on March 4; and

WHEREAS, Each spring, hundreds of young athletes ages 4 to 12 join the league's baseball teams; participants on each of the 52 ballclubs learn the fundamentals of the sport as well as important values such as loyalty, dedication, teamwork, and good sportsmanship; and

WHEREAS, Over the years, Bellaire Little League has enjoyed an outstanding record of achievement; a BLL team from 2000 was crowned national champion at the Little League World Series, a feat commemorated on the Bellaire water tower; and

WHEREAS, This community-based, volunteer-powered organization has benefited from the contributions of numerous area residents since it was first established; today, that tradition of service is being carried on by the league's board of directors under the leadership of current president Sam Dagley, as well the many other individuals who donate their time and talents to make BLL a success; and

WHEREAS, By providing young people of all skill levels with a valuable recreational outlet and introducing them to the character-building opportunities presented by athletic competition, Bellaire Little League has made an important and positive difference in the lives of countless young Texans; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 70th anniversary of Bellaire Little League and extend to all those associated with the league sincere appreciation for their efforts; and, be it further

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

A. Johnson of Harris

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 786 was adopted by the House on April 5, 2023, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House