TITLE: Congratulating Elizabeth Gill and Kristen Elizalde of Highland Park High School in Amarillo on participating in the 2014 University Interscholastic League Cross Country State Championships.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Elizabeth Gill and Kristen Elizalde of Highland Park High School in Amarillo on participating in the 2014 University Interscholastic League Cross Country State Championships.

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WHEREAS, Elizabeth Gill and Kristen Elizalde of Amarillo Highland Park High School ended a memorable season by participating in the 2014 University Interscholastic League Cross Country State Championships; and WHEREAS, Joining the top high school competitors in Texas at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock on November 8, Ms. Gill recorded a time of 12 minutes, 23.08 seconds, to finish in ninth place overall in Class 3A; she was closely followed by Ms. Elizalde, who crossed the line in 12 minutes, 34.36 seconds, to claim 16th place in the individual standings; and WHEREAS, By earning the right to compete in the state's premier showcase for high school cross-country runners, these dedicated athletes served as ambassadors for their school and community as they gathered with their peers from across Texas, and the character and sportsmanship they demonstrated will serve them well in the years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Elizabeth Gill and Kristen Elizalde of Amarillo Highland Park High School on participating in the 2014 University Interscholastic League State Championships and extend to them sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Ms. Gill and Ms. Elizalde as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Price Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 3610 was adopted by the House on June 1, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House