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Chevron | Sports Authority Foundation Golf Classic
SAVE THE DATEAPRIL 22, 2024 Chevron | Sports Authority Foundation Golf Classic Benefitting HBCUs The Chevron Championship and the Harris County – Houston Sports Authority invite guests to a once-in-a-lifetime golf experience at the 2024 Chevron | Sports Authority...
Houston to host 7 games during FIFA World Cup 26™
Houston Stadium (NRG Stadium) to feature 5 group stage matches, one Round of 32, and one Round of 16, between 14 June and 4 July 2026 during the largest sporting event in world history HOUSTON, TX (Sunday, February 4, 2024) -- Houston will play host to 7 matches...
The 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship is coming to Houston on January 8th!
The 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship is coming to Houston on January 8th! Book official tickets with prime seating locations for this historic event with REVELXP – the Official Premium Hospitality Provider for the CFP National Championship.
Warren Moon Announced as 2024 Houston Sports Hall of Fame Inductee
HOUSTON, TX - The Sports Authority Foundation is thrilled to announce that former Houston Oilers quarterback and Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Moon has been selected as the final member of the Houston Sports Hall of Fame class of 2024. Moon's talent,...
Lance Berkman Announced as 2024 Houston Sports Hall of Fame Inductee
HOUSTON, TX - The Harris County – Houston Sports Authority is excited to announce that Houston Astros legend Lance Berkman has been selected for induction into the Houston Sports Hall of Fame.Berkman's passion for baseball at every level and his undeniable impact on...
Mayor Sylvester Turner’s Victory Lap Celebration
HOUSTON, TX – The Harris County - Houston Sports Authority and its Board of Directors celebrated Mayor Sylvester Turner's contributions to Houston's sporting landscape with a Victory Lap Celebration at Shell Energy Stadium on Thursday, October 26, 2023. The evening...
Cynthia Cooper Announced as 2024 Houston Sports Hall of Fame Inductee
HOUSTON, TX – The Harris County – Houston Sports Authority is thrilled to announce that Houston Comets legend Cynthia Cooper will be inducted into the Houston Sports Hall of Fame as part of the star-studded 2024 class. Cooper's outstanding contributions to sport and...
2023 Fall Newsletter
Houston Hosts World Baseball Classic Delegation
HOUSTON – The Harris County - Houston Sports Authority, the Houston Astros, and Houston First Corporation hosted a delegation from the World Baseball Classic on Thursday as the city hopes to land the 2026 World Baseball Classic. As part of their official site...
The Harris County – Houston Sports Authority awarded 2023 Gold Stella Award
The Harris County - Houston Sports Authority is honored to have been awarded a 2023 Gold Stella Award as Best Convention & Visitors Bureau/Destination Marketing Organization (CVB/DMO) in the Southwest! We are thrilled to have been recognized for our...
AVCO World Trophy Houston Appearances
HOUSTON – In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Houston Aeros hockey team winning their first championship, the AVCO World Trophy is in town this weekend, making several stops around the Houston area. The Aeros won the championship during the 1973-74 World Hockey...
FIFA World Cup 26™ Houston Site Visit
HOUSTON – On Thursday, Harris County - Houston Sports Authority hosted members of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Host City Operational Committee for a planning visit as FIFA officials continue to go over several key elements of the city’s operation in preparation for...
2023 Adapted Sports Day Paralympic Coaches & Guest Speakers
Pam Fontaine Pickleball Coach Ahalya Lettenberger Swimming CoachGina Mcwilliams Pickleball CoachMary Hodge Boccia CoachKyle Mutz Guest SpeakerKerri Morgan Guest SpeakerJenny Mutz Guest Speaker
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner to Receive ‘Lifetime Civic Champion Award’ at 2024 Houston Sports Awards
HOUSTON – Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will receive the first ever “Lifetime Civic Champion Award” for his work in expanding the impact of sports in the city over his eight years in office. Turner will be recognized for his accomplishments at the 2024 Houston...
Ring Presentation and Walk of Fame Unveiling for Bruce Matthews, Elvin Hayes & Calvin Murphy
HOUSTON – The Harris County - Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA) culminated a yearlong celebration of its 2023 Houston Sports Hall of Fame class on Thursday, September 14 as Bruce Matthews, Elvin Hayes, and Calvin Murphy all received their Hall of Fame rings and had...
2023 Adapted Sports Day
Saturday, September 23 | 8 AM -3 PM Adapted Sports Day is a FREE event hosted by the Harris County - Houston Sports Authority in partnership with TIRR Memorial Hermann. Adapted Sports Day provides an opportunity for both youth and adults with physical disabilities to...
Registration Open for 2024 College Football Playoff Trophy Trot 5K & 10K Races
HOUSTON (Thursday, September 7, 2023) – The College Football Playoff (CFP), College Football Playoff Foundation and the Houston 2024 Host Committee officially opened registration for the Trophy Trot fun runs today. Formerly the Extra Yard 5K, the 2024 edition of...
2024 College Football Playoff National Championship Volunteer Shifts Are Coming!
Volunteer Opportunities Hosting an event the size of the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship requires a deep lineup of dedicated and friendly volunteers. College Football Playoff volunteers are the first, and often the most important touchpoint for...
HCHSA Welcomes New Team Members
It is with great excitement that we announce the arrival of two new employees who will be joining us starting next week. Please help us welcome Daniel Gotera and John Coppins to the HCHSA staff. Daniel Gotera joins us as a Senior Director. Many people in the community...
8 Marching Bands Brought the HBCU Spirit and Passion to NRG Stadium
2023 Pepsi National Battle of Bands Houston, TX - The 2023 National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) once again captivated audiences at NRG Stadium, showcasing the spirited and passionate performances of eight of the best Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU)...
Houston Happenings: August 21-27, 2023
8/21MLB Houston Astros vs Boston Red SoxSpace City Monday Minute Maid Park 7:10 PM8/22MLB Houston Astros vs Boston Red SoxDollar Dog Night Minute Maid Park 7:10 PM8/23MLB Houston Astros vs Boston Red Sox Minute Maid Park 7:10 PM8/23MLS Dynamo vs Salt Lake Open...
Celebrating Hip-Hop’s Golden Anniversary: Star-Studded Lineup at 2023 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands
Doug E. Fresh, Slim Thug, Choppa, Lil Keke, Z-Ro, DJ Mr. Rogers, and More to Perform at Event Honoring 50 Years of Hip-Hop Culture Houston, Texas (August 15, 2023) - The 2023 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) is turning up the heat with a celebration of the...
Houston Happenings: August 14-20, 2023
8/16NFL Houston Texans Training Camp Joint Practice With Miami Dolphins At Houston Methodist Training Center 9:00 AM8/17NFL Houston Texans Training CampJoint Practice With Miami Dolphins At Houston Methodist Training Center 9:00 AM8/17College Soccer TSU vs Abliene...
Houston Happenings: August 7-13, 2023
8/7MLS Houston Dynamo Vs Charlotte FCLeagues Cup At Shell Energy Stadium 8:30 PM8/8NFL Houston Texans Training CampTraining Camp At Houston Methodist Training Center 9:00 AM8/8MLS Tigres Vs MonterreyLeaugues Cup At Shell Energy Stadium 9:00 PM8/10College Soccer UH Vs...
Houston Awarded The 2028 UCI BMX World Championships
HOUSTON - Today, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), the international governing body of cycling, announced the 2028 UCI BMX Racing World Championships will be coming to Rockstar Energy Bike Park in North Houston, Texas. This event will gather the world's top BMX...
On This Day – Houston Hosted The Amateur Athletic Union Junior Olympic Games in 2021
July 29 - August 7, 2023, marks the two-year anniversary since the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior Olympic Games kicked off in Houston for the 3rd time since 2012!The AAU JO Games is the largest national multi-sport event for the youth in the country, bringing in...
Manchester United Press Contingency Visited Houston Ahead of FIFA World Cup 26™
On July 26, 2023, two iconic global teams, Real Madrid and Manchester United faced off in NRG Stadium in the Soccer Champions Tour. This exciting match was another great addition to Houston's summer of soccer! Prior to the matchup, the Harris County - Houston Sports...
July 2023 Newsletter
7 Ways To Spend 713 Day as a Houston Sports Enthusiast
About 713 Day:July 13th, also known as 713 Day in Houston. While it is an unofficial holiday, Houstonians have marked this day to celebrate all things Houston, including arts, sports teams, entertainment, and more. The name "713 Day" comes from the City's oldest area...
Harris County – Houston Sports Authority Saddened to Announce Passing of Founding Chairman of the Board, Jack M. Rains
Houston (July 6, 2023) - On behalf of the Harris County - Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA) and our Board of Directors, we are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the Founding Chairman of the Board, Jack M. Rains. From 1997 - 1999 Jack served on the HCHSA board...