TITLE: Congratulating Brandon Lee Figueroa of Weslaco on his accomplishments as a professional boxer.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Brandon Lee Figueroa of Weslaco on his accomplishments as a professional boxer.

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WHEREAS, Brandon Lee Figueroa of Weslaco is building a notable career as a professional boxer, and his achievements in the ring are earning the recognition of fight enthusiasts in Texas and beyond; and WHEREAS, The "Heartbreaker," as he is known to his fans, hails from a family that is becoming synonymous with boxing excellence; his older brother is former lightweight champion Omar "Panterita" Figueroa Jr., and Brandon honed his skills by sparring with him; both brothers have benefited from the guidance of their father, Omar Figueroa Sr., who has served as their trainer, and the support of their mother, Judith Figueroa; and WHEREAS, Brandon Figueroa began gaining attention as an amateur fighter when he competed in more than 40 bouts and excelled in Silver Gloves and Golden Gloves matches; he turned professional in 2015, scoring his first victory on May 9 in Hidalgo; and WHEREAS, That impressive debut kick-started a triumphant run for Mr. Figueroa; he has won all 13 of his fights, and his raw punching power has felled eight of his opponents by knockout; his most recent success came on July 15, 2017, when he bested Fatiou Fassinou in a super bantamweight match in Uniondale, New York, a victory made more special because he shared the card with Omar, and both brothers went home with victories; and WHEREAS, Brandon Lee "Heartbreaker" Figueroa is furthering the Lone Star State's reputation for producing outstanding boxers, and he is poised for further glory in the years ahead; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Brandon Lee Figueroa on his accomplishments as a professional boxer 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. Figueroa as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Martinez Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 291 was adopted by the House on August 15, 2017, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House