“Teams from the Dallas area and the San Antonio area will be traveling to Houston for the event,” said Teresa Hull, event co-chair and CFISD associate superintendent. “This is so exciting because it means that word has gotten out about the high level of organization and quality of our tournament. This will help us continue to build state recognition and gives us great potential for growth."
New this year will be family fun activities at the championship game, including face painting, balloon animals and much more. Northwest Dodge will once again sponsor a contest with a chance to win a car on the final day.
The tournament was started by community member Eric Burg and modeled after an extremely successful tournament held in Pasadena. Burg, who played basketball for CFISD, wanted a way to showcase the talent and facilities in CFISD.
In the intense championship game between Galena Park North Shore and Plano West last year, North Shore pulled ahead and won the tournament.
“These games are so fun to watch,” Hull said. “We are hoping to attract many spectators to cheer for the kids since ticket prices are so reasonable.”
“These games are so fun to watch,” Hull said. “We are hoping to attract many spectators to cheer for the kids since ticket prices are so reasonable.”
Ticket prices are $2 for students and $3 for adults. A family fun pass is available for $8. Last year, the tournament raised $18,750. All proceeds raised through entry fees, t-shirt sales, game tickets and sponsorships will be used for innovative staff development programs for CFISD teachers and instructional leaders and for scholarships for high school seniors. For more information about ways to participate, contact Marie Holmes at 281-807-3591 or marie@thecfef.org.
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