October
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The Big 12 Conference has announced that the Big 12 Women’s Soccer Tournament will return to San Antonio through 2006. That will mean the Sports Foundation will have hosted this tournament for ten years! Support this year’s tournament. See the ticket order and team order packet information below. Show the Big 12 that they have put their trust in a community that “embraces” their events. Do your part
to get new youth and athletic facilities for this community without
a tax increase! Vote early in the city and county bond election. Details
about the PEOPLE’S NINE are below. Besides youth fields and courts,
UTSA will receive seed funding to build a first class soccer and track
facility enabling the Sports Foundation to bid and secure high profile
events in both sports. Take the anxiety out of Nov 4th…vote early!!!!
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Diamond Shamrock Go!Kids Challenge™ Is On the Move
Get Out the Vote 
The Sports Foundation urges San Antonio and Bexar County voters to support
the PEOPLE's NINE on November 4. The $214 million dollar
city and county improvement package does not require a tax increase
and includes a plan to improve area parks and recreation facilities,
including youth athletic fields, stadiums and gymnasiums. More than
$33 million dollars would be allocated to facilities in the San Antonio
area if the PEOPLE'S NINE bond issue is passed. Early voting for the
bond election takes place from October 18-31.
Vote
YES for the PEOPLE's NINE! Modern Pentathlon Supports Athletes with Two Giveaways
Contributions
will support USA Pentathletes who compete in national, international
and Olympic competitions. USA Pentathlon is the only Olympic sport
whose national governing body is headquartered in San Antonio. |
Goooooaaal!!!
"This tournament is the highlight of the athletes' year and to hold it in a destination city like San Antonio is wonderful for the athletes, their families and our Big 12 staff," said Dru Hancock, Big 12 Conference Associate Commissioner. "The stature of this tournament has grown substantially in the seven years it's been held in San Antonio. We attribute that to our partnership with the Sports Foundation." Area league and school teams have a great opportunity to see the stars of Big 12 women's soccer at the Big 12 Soccer Championship. Teams can purchase a 20-ticket Team Package for just $89. Individual tickets are priced at $5 per day and $10 for a tournament pass. Log on to the Sports Foundation website to purchase tickets. For more information call 210-820-2100. Tee It Up for Dreams for Youth
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| Final Four® Tickets Available
There are two options from which to choose: a 20-ticket package and a two-ticket package. Both packs are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis and as always, are largely tax deductible. To compliment your Final Four® weekend in San Antonio, we also have hospitality packages available for all of your party and memorabilia needs. For additional information click here to visit the SALOC website or contact Jenny Carnes at (210) 820-2104. Volunteers - We want you! If you're at least 18 years old and have the time and talent, we want you! The 2004 NCAA® Final Four® offers a tremendous volunteer experience. Although game tickets don't come with the job, an official uniform, an opportunity to contribute to one of the greatest sporting events in the country, and plenty of Final Four® fun do! After registering to volunteer, you will begin receiving the San Antonio Sports Foundation's Sidelines e-newsletter as a way to stay current with Final Four® updates. Sign up today! |
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State Funding Enhances Dreams
for Youth “These grants help the Sports Foundation fulfill its mission of serving underprivileged youth by providing constructive, athletic experiences,” says Alma Striker, director of Dreams for Youth.
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New and Renewing Individual Patrons
Corporate Patrons
Event Sponsors
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Antonio Sports Foundation PO Box 830386 San Antonio, TX 78283-0386 tel 210.820.2100 fax 210.820.2199 www.sanantoniosports.org |
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On
Wednesday, October 1, more than 100,000 children in 180 elementary
schools and six area school districts took their first steps
in the Sports Foundation's Diamond Shamrock Go!Kids Challenge™.
Schools celebrated their kick off creatively with pep rallies and
visits from high school bands, cheerleaders, football teams, plus
teachers and parents.
Big
news for college basketball fans! It's what we've all been waiting for!!
Ticket package sales have resumed for the 2004 NCAA®
Final Four®, and your guaranteed seat to the
Big Dance® is now available through the San
Antonio Local Organizing Committee. 
This
is the second year of the grants, which have served more than 1,000
children ages 5-17. The programs at Southside ISD and the City of San
Antonio’s Parks and Recreation Miller’s Pond and Meadow
Cliff sites focus on teaching fundamental skills, building self-esteem,
developing leadership and self confidence, and reducing at-risk behaviors
such as criminal mischief, substance abuse and teen pregnancy. The grants
also provide funds for mentoring, tutoring, and transportation for participating
students.
Last
week, our own Susan Blackwood received the ATHENA Award sponsored by
the North San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. The annual award promotes
women’s leadership and honors outstanding leaders. By recognizing
exceptional individuals, the award program seeks to inspire others to
achieve excellence. Susan was one of six distinguished nominees including
Judy Barreras, President of Barreras Entities, Texas, Inc.; Mary Alice
Bethancourt, Chairman of TexLink Communications; Clarissa Davis-Wrightsil,
COO, San Antonio Silver Stars; Katie Harvey, President and CEO, KGB
Texas; and Dr. Amy Jasperson, Assistant Professor, UTSA.