TITLE: Congratulating the baseball team of Brazoswood High School in Clute on winning the 2011 UIL 5A state championship.

SUMMARY: Congratulating the baseball team of Brazoswood High School in Clute on winning the 2011 UIL 5A state championship.

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WHEREAS, The baseball team of Brazoswood High School in Clute won the University Interscholastic League 5A state championship on June 11, 2011, at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock, capping a spectacular season and giving its school its third state baseball title; and WHEREAS, The Buccaneers came to epitomize teamwork, dedication, and skill as they finished their year with a 34-8 record; although they were considered the underdog in games against powerhouse teams from Houston Lamar, Houston Memorial, and Klein High Schools in postseason competition, they bested both Lamar and Memorial without losing a single game and pulled off a dramatic come-from-behind win in the state tournament semifinals against Klein; they went on to dominate every inning in their 10-3 championship game against Lubbock Coronado to complete the playoffs with 12 straight victories; and WHEREAS, Many on the Brazoswood team had played together for 11 years, always with the dream of making it to the state tournament; in a gesture reflecting their determined focus, they had written "State 2011" on the inside of their caps to remind them daily of their goal; and WHEREAS, A group that emphasized solid baseball fundamentals and hard work, the Buccaneers benefited from the contributions of each individual player, with someone different stepping up to deliver a game-changing performance in every contest; and WHEREAS, The Brazoswood team was encouraged all season long by a tremendous outpouring of community support, with everyone from 87-year-old grandmothers to excited classmates chanting "We are B'Wood" throughout every inning; and WHEREAS, Buccaneers who were honored for their fine play in the state tournament are William Renner, who earned the Most Valuable Player award, and Brandon Bergen, William Easter, Dalton Perry, and James Cantu, who were also named to the All-Tournament team; and WHEREAS, Throughout the season, the Buccaneers received an outstanding effort from each member of the roster, which also included Eddie Esquivel, Jacob Reed, Jorge Gonzalez, Scott Lapier, Colby Alexander, Justin Dellinger, A. J. Angelone, Ethan Stremmel, Josh Ward, Blake Jones, Zak Trevino, Bobby Franklin, Evan Hundl, John Ermis, Michael Pyeatt, Dominikk Mottu-Branch, Ryan Rios, and Trevor Valigura; the players were guided by head coach Bobby Williams, who claimed his first state title, assistant coaches Mike Cressman and Josh Cathcart, junior varsity coach Chris Nabors, sophomore coach David Cowley, and freshman coach Javier Solis; vital support was further provided by trainers Lauren DeLaTorre, Blake Lapier, Willie Caines, and Bobby Jack Caines, athletic director Jesse Crow, and principal Steve Snell; and WHEREAS, Achieving such a challenging goal required each of the team's talented athletes to perform at the top of his game, and this triumph is both a fitting culmination to the Buccaneers' many years of hard work and a powerful testament to their unwavering resolve and indomitable spirit; in winning the coveted state crown, these young champions have distinguished themselves as formidable competitors and brought recognition and an enormous sense of pride to their school, as well as to the Brazosport community and all of Brazoria County; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the 82nd Legislature of the State of Texas, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate the Brazoswood High School Buccaneers on winning the 2011 UIL 5A state baseball championship and extend sincere best wishes to the players, coaches, and staff for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the Brazoswood Buccaneers as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives and Senate. Bonnen President of the Senate Speaker of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 26 was adopted by the House on June 27, 2011, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House I certify that H.C.R. No. 26 was adopted by the Senate on June 27, 2011, by a viva-voce vote. Secretary of the Senate APPROVED: Date Governor