TITLE: Commending Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin for his donation to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County.

SUMMARY: Commending Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin for his donation to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County held a dedication ceremony on March 19, 2017, in McKinney to mark the completion of its new ball hockey court, which was donated by Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin; and WHEREAS, The mission of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County is to enable young people to reach their full potential, and to this end, the organization is currently serving more than 8,000 children through its after-school, summer, and outreach programs; and WHEREAS, Tyler Seguin partnered with the Dallas Stars Foundation and the Pro Players Foundation to provide the new multipurpose outdoor court; in addition to making a generous contribution, Mr. Seguin assisted in the construction of the court, which features state-of-the-art flooring material; a staunch supporter of the Boys and Girls Clubs, this Stanley Cup champion has also donated a suite in the Dr Pepper Arena for the use of the organization for the past two years, and whenever club members attend a Stars game at the facility, he meets with them after the event; and WHEREAS, The Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County have made a meaningful difference in the lives of countless young Texans, and through his inspiring example of philanthropy, Tyler Seguin has contributed significantly to the clubs' important work; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby commend Tyler Seguin for his substantial donation to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Seguin as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Sanford Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1541 was adopted by the House on May 4, 2017, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House