TITLE: Congratulating the softball team of United South High School in Laredo on its successful 2011 season.

SUMMARY: Congratulating the softball team of United South High School in Laredo on its successful 2011 season.

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WHEREAS, The softball team of United South High School in Laredo enjoyed a successful 2011 season, reaching the University Interscholastic League playoffs for the first time in school history; and WHEREAS, Advancing to the postseason on the strength of a 16-10 overall record, the 2011 Panthers softball squad tallied the most seasonal victories in the team's history, including an 11-7 record in District 29-5A competition; in addition, United South earned a second-place finish at the 2011 Border Olympics, yet another school best; and WHEREAS, Seven members of the squad garnered postseason accolades for their stellar play; Priscilla Ruiz, Brenda Ledezma, and Selena Rubio were named to the All-City first team; in the 29-5A All-District honors selected by area coaches, Ms. Ruiz was chosen as the most outstanding shortstop and Ms. Ledezma as the most outstanding outfielder; in addition, Ms. Rubio was selected as a first-team pitcher, Jackie Davalos as the first-team third baseman, and Janelle Rodriguez as the second-team first baseman, while Kayla Rodriguez and Sabrina Sanchez received honorable mention awards; and WHEREAS, Throughout the season, the Panthers relied on a true team effort, with valuable contributions also being made by the other members of the roster: Miranda Beltran, Elizabeth Garza, Kristina Hernandez, Kassandra Guardiola, Ariana Reyes, Dyani Martinez, and Marissa Perez; these determined athletes were guided by head coach Diana Perales Isassi, whose leadership inspired the players to deliver their maximum effort; and WHEREAS, The achievements realized by the Panthers in 2011 are a source of great pride to their many supporters in the local community, and their outstanding performance on the diamond is indeed deserving of special recognition; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the United South High School softball team on its successful season and extend to the team's players, coaches, and staff sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the Panthers as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Guillen Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2389 was adopted by the House on May 30, 2011, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House