Houston Independent School District has a legacy of producing some of the top athletes, not only in the state of Texas, but the entire sports world. For the third year in a row, the HISD Athletics Department hosted its annual Hall of Honor ceremony to recognize those who have paved the way for today’s rising student-athletes.
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Student-athletes will go head-to-head in All-Star Boys and Girls Basketball Game
On Thursday, March 30, HISD’s top hoopsters will battle it out on the court in the HISD All-Star Boys and Girls Basketball Game at Delmar Fieldhouse. The student teams will be led by the Westside, Worthing, Wheatley, and Waltrip High School coaches who will be joined by some surprise celebrity coaches.
HISD sports icons to be commemorated at Athletic Hall of Honor induction ceremony
The HISD Class of 2022 Athletic Hall of Honor includes NFL legends, Olympic medalists, renowned coaches, high school record holders, collegiate standouts, and those who have given back as mentors to student-athletes.
The induction ceremony is Saturday, August 13, at 4 p.m. at Delmar Fieldhouse, 2020 Mangum Road, 77092.
Continue readingHISD Athletics Director Andre’ Walker receives award for Sports Safety
HISD Athletics Director Andre’ Walker has been named a 2022 Professional of the Year by the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security.
The award recognizes members of management who demonstrate outstanding leadership in addressing safety and security issues.
Continue readingHISD to help parents and staff navigate NCAA scholarship eligibility rules
Representatives of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) will educate parents, coaches, academic counselors, and registrars on the eligibility requirements for student-athletes who hope to play college sports.
Continue readingHISD Athletics to host free summer camps for students
The HISD Athletics Department is hosting a multiple-sport, four-week summer camp.
The camp will be free for all HISD students Grades 6-12. The school district’s coaches will staff each camp.
Continue readingSenior Fest All-Star Basketball Game will provide scholarships and positive experiences for HISD student-athletes
HISD seniors will participate in the Senior Fest All-Star Basketball Game Sunday, May 15, at 4 p.m. at The Pavilion Arena, 7525 Tidwell Road, 77016.
Continue readingHISD softball and baseball fields receive upgrades thanks to DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation
The Houston Independent School District’s softball and baseball fields are safer and less likely to flood thanks to a $70,000 Sports Matter grant from The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation.
Westside HS wrestling team wins district championship
The Westside High School boys wrestling team will send 14 wrestlers to the UIL regional championship this weekend after winning its 21st district title.
Continue readingHISD coaches selected for prestigious mentoring program
Two HISD coaches have been selected for the prestigious ROCK Coaches Mentoring Program designed to retain and develop coaching talent in Texas schools.
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