TITLE: Congratulating Patrick Piperi of The Woodlands High School on winning the 6A boys' shot put gold medal at the 2019 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Patrick Piperi of The Woodlands High School on winning the 6A boys' shot put gold medal at the 2019 UIL Track & Field State Meet.

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WHEREAS, Patrick Piperi, a senior at The Woodlands High School, achieved great distinction by winning the gold medal in the 6A boys' shot put at the 2019 University Interscholastic League Track & Field State Meet; and WHEREAS, Joining the top high school competitors in Texas at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin on May 10 and 11, Mr. Piperi turned in a notable performance, recording a throw of 64 feet, 6 inches, to clinch the 6A state title; in addition to his shot put victory, he placed fifth in the discus with a distance of 173 feet, 3 inches; and WHEREAS, Following graduation, Mr. Piperi plans to attend The University of Texas at Austin, where he will compete in throwing events for the Longhorns; and WHEREAS, By excelling in the state's premier showcase for high school track and field athletes, Patrick Piperi has ably represented his school and community, and he will cherish the memories of this outstanding accomplishment for years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 86th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Patrick Piperi on winning the 6A boys' shot put gold medal at the 2019 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. Piperi as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Toth Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2084 was adopted by the House on May 27, 2019, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House