8 TAAF TEAM SPORTS T.A.A.F. TEAM PROGRAMS
McAllen Parks and Recreation is proud to offer Texas Amateur Athletics Federation (T.A.A.F.) programs. Young athletes will compete against other individuals and teams from across the Rio Grande Valley and the state in various sports including track & field, golf, swimming and tennis. Teams will attend local tournaments and meets, earning the opportunity to compete at the regional level. Qualifying athletes will earn a chance to compete in the Games of Texas, a week-long Olympic style competition featuring a variety of sports. The 2015 Games of Texas will be held July 30 to August 2 in College Station, Texas. Experienced athletes are invited to join Team McAllen. A complete schedule of meets and competitions will be provided once classes begin. Individual T.A.A.F. membership is included in the class fee. Other fees including individual meet fees are the responsibility of the participant.
T.A.A.F Parent Meeting
All parents of athletes participating in T.A.A.F. programs will be required to attend an informational meeting where we will provide information for the upcoming summer and your child’s programs.
DATE: TIME: PLACE:
Thursday, June 4 7:00 p.m. Palm View Community Center 3401 Jordan Rd. McAllen
GAMES OF TEXAS PARENT MEETING
Parents of athletes who qualify for the Games of Texas will be required to attend a meeting to discuss travel, expenses and general information. NOTE: The minimum age to travel with Team McAllen is 8 years of age. Additional costs will apply for non-resident athletes.
TRACK & FIELD TEAM
Under the direction of Coach Tony Trejo, improve your track and field techniques and compete against participants from across the Rio Grande Valley. DATE: May 18 - July 24 (Monday-Friday) TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Memorial High School Track, 101 E. Hackberry AGE: 5 - 18 years FEE*: $60 Resident /$78 Non-Resident CLASS 253001.15 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 26 to be eligible for state competition. *Includes T.A.A.F. membership, insurance and T-shirt. Registration fee does not include individual meet entry fees or uniform.
Tennis Team
Experienced tennis players will improve their stroke, game strategy, and ball placement while working toward regional and state competition. DATE: June 1 - July 24 (Monday-Friday) TIME: 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. PLACE: McAllen High School, 2101 La Vista FEE*: $80 Resident /$104 Non-Resident CLASS 253003.15 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 26 to be eligible for state competition. *Includes membership in USTA, T.A.A.F. and entry into the 2015 McAllen Open.
Swim Team
Experienced golfers will receive specialized instruction to improve their techniques and compete in tournaments across the Rio Grande Valley. Participants must complete a skills test on Monday, June 1.
Participants will receive specialized instruction and compete in meets across the Rio Grande Valley. Qualifications for participation: must be able to swim 50 yards comfortable and have no fear of the water. Team members cannot have participated in the U.S.S swim meets beginning January 1, 2015
DATE: June 1 - July 24 (Monday - Friday) TIME: 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. PLACE: Palm View Golf Course, 2701 S. Ware Road AGE: 7 - 18 years FEE*: $80 Resident /$104 Non-Resident CLASS 253002.15 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 26 to be eligible for state competition. *Includes T.A.A.F. membership. Participants are responsible for tournament entry and green fees. NOTE: Collared shirt and soft spike shoes are required on the course. Weekly golf tournament locations TBA.
DATE: June 1- July 24 (Monday - Friday) TIME: White 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Blue 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Silver 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. PLACE: Nikki Rowe Natatorium, 2101 N. Ware Rd. AGE: 6 - 18 years FEE*: $60 Resident/$75 Non-Resident CLASS 253004.15 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 26 to be eligible for state competition. *Includes T.A.A.F. membership, insurance and T-shirt. Registration fee does not include individual meet entry fees or uniform.
Golf Team