TITLE: Congratulating the DeSoto High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2016 UIL 6A state championship.

SUMMARY: Congratulating the DeSoto High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2016 UIL 6A state championship.

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WHEREAS, Bringing an unforgettable season to a triumphant close, the DeSoto High School boys' basketball team captured the 2016 University Interscholastic League 6A state championship on March 12 at the Alamodome in San Antonio; and WHEREAS, Under the guidance of head coach Chris Dyer and assistant coaches George Golden, Steve Pinchback, and James Williams, the Eagles posted an impressive 28-2 win-loss record in the regular season to secure a berth in the playoffs; during their postseason run, they dispatched formidable teams from Euless Trinity, Carrollton Hebron, Justin Northwest, Lubbock Coronado, and South Grand Prairie High Schools to advance to the state tournament; and WHEREAS, After defeating Cibolo Steele High School 58-53 in a hard-fought semifinal matchup, DeSoto faced off against undefeated Humble Atascocita High School in a battle for the crown; benefiting from a strong defense and a second-quarter offensive surge, DeSoto went into halftime with a commanding lead, and the squad continued its dominance in the second half to seal a 73-54 victory and clinch the school's third state title; senior Tristen Wallace was named the championship game's most valuable player, and he was joined on the All-Tournament Team by senior Marques Bolden; and WHEREAS, Excelling with a true team effort, the Eagles also received valuable contributions throughout the year from the other members of the roster: Julian Miranda, Jordan Berry, Swahn Gibson, Joe McFail, Morris Coe, Jarius Roberson, Chase Winchester, Brandon Butler, Devonte Williams, and Brendon Rushing; and WHEREAS, Winning a state championship is the goal of every high school athlete; the hard work and skill demonstrated by the DeSoto High players have enabled them to realize that dream, and they will treasure the memory of this outstanding accomplishment for many years to come; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the DeSoto High School boys' basketball team on winning the 2016 UIL 6A state championship and extend to the team's players, coaches, and staff sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the team as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Giddings Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 360 was adopted by the House on February 23, 2017, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House