TITLE: Congratulating the Tarleton State University women's rodeo team on winning a National Championship.

SUMMARY: Congratulating the Tarleton State University women's rodeo team on winning a National Championship.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the women's rodeo team at Tarleton State University, which was named Reserve National Champions at the 2025 College National Finals Rodeo; and WHEREAS, These dedicated student athletes carried on a proud legacy of exemplary skill and performance at the national competition and captivated audiences during their individual and team events; and WHEREAS, Team member Hadley Tidwell performed impressively in barrel racing, and Jacelyn Frost excelled in breakaway roping; Jordan Driver competed fiercely in both barrel racing and breakaway roping, and Tori Brower outperformed her competitors to earn the individual national title in goat tying; each athlete displayed remarkable grit, precision, and a relentless drive to succeed that led the team to earn the title of Reserve National Champions; and WHEREAS, Under the superior leadership and expertise of head rodeo coach Mark Eakin and associate head rodeo coach Brittany Stewart, these university competitors developed outstanding discipline and proudly represented their university as one of the nation's largest and winningest rodeo programs; and WHEREAS, Tarleton State University and the State of Texas are justifiably proud of the team for upholding a tradition of excellence in collegiate rodeo through their exceptional athleticism and their fine sportsmanship; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend the Tarleton State University women's rodeo team on their distinguished achievements and extend congratulations to the competitors and coaching staff on their success at the 2025 College National Finals Rodeo; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the team as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Birdwell President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on August 15, 2025.