Both proposals require amending the Texas Constitution, and gaming advocates need to find more House support before they can advance to a difficult arena in the Senate.
All tagged sports
UIL conference cutoffs announced; Bishop moves up to Class 4A, HMK, SGA, Riviera staying put.
The Bishop Badgers will have to play in Class 4A beginning in 2022.
Restrictions on Transgender Student Athletes
House Bill 25 will require student athletes who compete in interscholastic competition to play on sports teams that correspond with the sex listed on their birth certificate at or near their time of birth.
Texas Bill Restricting Transgender Student Athletes
The bill is one step closer to the governor’s desk. If it becomes law, Texas will join at least five other states that have passed such legislation.
Texas Senate Advances Bills Limiting Sports That Transgender Athletes Can Join
Similar bills failed to pass during the regular session earlier this year.
Athletes Could be Paid for Their Name and Likeness
Some senators opposed compensation within college athletics, but ultimately supported the legislation to maintain Texas' competitiveness in recruiting efforts as dozens of states consider similar measures.
Summer 2021 Youth Sports Camps
This summer, Basketball, Softball, Soccer, Volleyball, and Cheer-Dance camps will be offered.
Texas School Sports Moved Indoors
Some states delayed winter sports, but Texas has allowed the games to go on with precautions.