SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 697
	WHEREAS, The Winnsboro Wrestling Club enjoyed an outstanding
	2016-2017 season filled with memorable performances; and
	WHEREAS, In only its second year of competition, the
	Crusaders team once again boasted a deep lineup of talented
	wrestlers, netting an impressive haul of 61 gold medals, 56
	silver medals, and 36 bronze medals, as well as several state
	titles; and
	WHEREAS, Many of the club's members participated in the
	2017 Novice State Tournament held in Round Rock in January; the
	team experienced a number of triumphant moments at the state
	contest, with Jacob Laborde capturing the championship crown,
	Zeb Fulmer, Alec Telles, Caden Crump, and Keith Nichols placing
	second in their weight classes, and Derrick Coffman finishing
	third in his division; and
	WHEREAS, The following month, the Crusaders competed in
	the 2017 Texas USA Wrestling state championship at the Legends
	Sports Complex in The Woodlands, the largest tournament of its
	kind during the season; at the rookie event, Mr. Telles clinched
	the state title and Ryan Graham won silver in his weight class; in
	the open division, the club was proudly represented by 11
	wrestlers, including Gage Fulmer, who placed third in his weight
	class; and
	WHEREAS, Ably guided by coach Mike Laborde, the Crusaders
	demonstrated admirable skill and determination throughout the
	season, with each member of the roster contributing to the team's
	accomplishments, and they may take justifiable pride in their
	tremendous efforts; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
	Legislature, hereby congratulate the Winnsboro Wrestling Club on
	its achievements during the 2016-2017 season and extend to all
	those associated with the team sincere best wishes for continued
	success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the
	Crusaders as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
	Hughes
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on April 27, 2017.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate