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Schools Continue to Support Sunday Rule
By Jana Riggins | Wednesday, November 04, 2009 12:46 PM
Throughout the years, speech coaches and debaters from a few of the larger conference programs in the state have argued that the Sunday Prohibition Rule (C&CR, Section 900, (b)) should be repealed or, at least, modified to allow students to be sponsored by their League member school to more tournaments that hold rounds on Sunday.
A Few Pointers and Reminders as Basketball Season Begins
By Sheila Henderson | Tuesday, November 03, 2009 12:51 PM
As you hear the first whistles blow to signify the start of basketball season, there is excitement in the air for both the coaches and players. Now is the time to see exactly where everyone stands after all of the summer play, fall leagues and off-season workouts. All teams, at this point, have the same winning record.
As I start my first full year as the girls’ basketball director with Darryl Beasley who is in his sixth year as the boys’ basketball director, I am excited about the upcoming season as it leads to the state basketball tournament.
Five Texas Schools Named Pacemaker Finalists
By Julianne Coyne | Thursday, October 29, 2009 2:58 PM
Five Texas schools have been named finalists for the 2009 National Student Press Association Pacemaker award for newspaper and seven Texas schools won the 2008 NSPA Pacemaker award for yearbook.
Two Texas Journalism Teachers Honored as Distinguished Advisers
By Julianne Coyne | Thursday, October 29, 2009 2:55 PM
Carol Richtsmeier of Midlothian High School and Ray Westbrook of St. Mark’s School of Texas have been named Dow Jones Newspaper Fund Distinguished Advisers for 2009.
Wind Ensemble Contest Provides a Valuable, Educational Experience for Students
By Richard Floyd | Thursday, October 29, 2009 12:08 PM
The State Wind Ensemble Contest was established in 1976 as a part of the Texas State Solo and Ensemble Contest. During the years that followed, this event gradually evolved into the festival format that is in place today. It is now referred to as the State Wind Ensemble Festival (SWEF). It is viewed to be an educationally rewarding and positive experience for all participants. This year this prestigious event is scheduled for May 8, 2010.
Executive Director’s Update: Centennial Celebrations Continue, Staff Prepare for Legislative Council
By Charles Breithaupt | Thursday, October 08, 2009 1:15 PM
Centennial Celebration
The UIL is proud to be celebrating its 100th anniversary. The Centennial Committee kicked off the Centennial Celebration during the June UIL Legislative Council meeting. Students selected to participate in the Elite 100 Student Leadership Conference were the highlight of the meetings. These students presented their own ideas regarding rule changes and proposals for new activities.
UIL Legislative Council Chairman Curtis Culwell gaveled in the start of the Centennial Celebration and challenged the students of the Elite 100 to continue in their quest for excellence. He also accepted the gratitude of the students for the support for extracurricular activities and for allowing the students an opportunity to present their ideas.
Currently, a book, representing the illustrated history of the 100 years of the UIL, has been sent to the printer for publication. This book, written by author and former UIL Academic Director Bobby Hawthorne, chronicles the origination and development of the UIL through stories and photographs. The book is available for purchase on the UIL Centennial Web site at www.uil100.org.
Following the Legislative Council meeting in October, the UIL will unveil a historical marker, commissioned by the Centennial Committee. This marker will be dedicated by UIL and UT staff, as well as UIL Legislative Council members.
Reclassification and Realignment Snapshot Date Oct. 15
By Cliff Odenwald | Thursday, October 08, 2009 10:48 AM
Every two years the reclassification and realignment of all UIL member schools occurs. This process impacts every school in the state that participates in UIL activities. All across Texas, patrons will be anxiously waiting to see the new reclassification and realignment that will be released Feb. 1, 2010.
To Celebrate Centennial and Show Appreciation, League Staff Makes Baskets For Area High Schools
By Julianne Coyne | Tuesday, October 06, 2009 12:29 PM
The smell of cookies filled the entire UIL building last month.
As a part of UIL’s Centennial Celebration, League staff delivered baskets filled with goodies to high schools in Travis County to show appreciation for coaches’ and sponsors’ support of UIL activities.
The staff stuffed baskets with three dozen cookies baked by staff members, sugar-free candies and information on National High School Activities Week, UIL Centennial Celebrations and community service projects.
“The project was born out of a desire for the League staff to connect with local schools as well as tell principals in our own backyard how much we value their service,” UIL Executive Director Charles Breithaupt said.
Non-School Participation Activities Need Some Clarification
By Darryl Beasley | Tuesday, October 06, 2009 12:27 PM
We are fast approaching another basketball season, but before we head on to that topic I would like to discuss non-school participation, which includes 7-on-7, tournaments and leagues in the summer, fall and spring.
Over the last couple of months, we have had numerous calls from all corners of the state about non-school leagues and tournaments. Many people seem to be confused about what coaches and schools are allowed to do for non-school participation.
This article will outline what coaches and schools, including school booster clubs, are not allowed to do in regards to non-school participation for team sports — baseball, basketball, football, soccer, softball or volleyball.
In the past, we have received reports of schools using school transportation for 7-on-7 games and non-school events. On other occasions, schools allowed their school-owned player equipment (shoes, uniforms, etc.) to be used for non-school competition. We also had a number of schools hosting basketball tournaments this summer and fall outside of the season by contacting the school coach and inviting the varsity, JV, 9th, 8th, and 7th grade teams to participate. All of these situations violate UIL rules.
High School Activities Week Offers Schools Chance to Recognize Programs, Coaches, Participants
By Staff | Tuesday, October 06, 2009 12:25 PM
National High School Activities Week was created in 1980 by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) as a means to promote the value of interscholastic activity programs across the country, and in 1983, President Reagan and the U.S. Congress officially set aside one week to recognize the importance of these activities.
For almost three decades, schools across the nation have participated in highlighting their athletic and fine arts programs and recognizing their dedicated coaches, sponsors and directors, fans and officials. This year the designated week is Oct. 11-17.
This annual fall event does not celebrate the record of any individual team or the success of a fine arts group, but rather the overall importance and value of interscholastic activities programs.
• Sunday, Oct. 11—National Be A Sport Day: to encourage awareness and discussion about the importance of sportsmanship, ethics and integrity to the conduct of interscholastic programs.
• Monday, Oct. 12—National Fine Arts Activities Day: to focus on the students, coaches and sponsors involved in fine arts programs.