TITLE: Congratulating Kendrick Smallwood of Poteet High School in Mesquite for winning two gold medals at the 2021 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Kendrick Smallwood of Poteet High School in Mesquite for winning two gold medals at the 2021 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Kendrick Smallwood of Poteet High School in Mesquite achieved great distinction by winning two gold medals at the 2021 University Interscholastic League Track & Field State Meet; and WHEREAS, Joining the other top high school competitors in Texas at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin on May 7, Mr. Smallwood turned in an exceptional performance, claiming the state title in the 5A 110-meter and 300-meter hurdles and finishing the season undefeated in both events; in the 110 meters, he clocked in at 13.47 seconds, the fastest fully automatic time in the nation this year, and in the 300 meters, he crossed the line in 36.71 seconds; and WHEREAS, By excelling in the state's premier showcase for high school track and field athletes, Kendrick Smallwood 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 Kendrick Smallwood on winning gold medals in the 5A 110-meter and 300-meter hurdles at the 2021 UIL Track & Field State Meet 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. Smallwood as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Neave Rose Bowers Crockett Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1691 was adopted by the House on May 29, 2021, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House