The Sports Capital of Texas will host the State Championship for USSSA Soccer this summer, highlighting the talents of all levels from U9-U13 divisions. Teams from across Texas and Oklahoma will play in a weekend long tournament on August 28-29 in Old Settlers Park.
“We are always excited to see great athletes in Old Settlers Park, especially young aspiring athletes,” said Craig Scriven, tournament director. “This anticipated State Championship will be a great event not only for our traveling guests, but also for the Round Rock community to come out and enjoy.”
ROUND ROCK, TX –July 30, 2010 – One of America’s top youth soccer clubs is hosting a tournament in the Sports Capital of Texas! Boys and girls from all over Texas will showcase their talents during the August 13 -15 event in Old Settlers Park. This event will highlight U9 to U19 division teams from around the southwest region.
“We are excited to be hosting this event in the Round Rock area,” said Russell Putnam, tournament director. “The skill level brought to this event is amazing and a great opportunity for our local players.”
The City of Round Rock is accepting applications (PDF) to join the Sports Capital of Texas Ambassadors.
Ambassadors will be appointed by the Mayor to serve a two-year term. The mission of the Sports Capital of Texas Ambassadors is to engage the community in the “Sports Capital of Texas” brand and promote healthy living.
Penfold Theatre Company presents The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) in the Round Rock Amphitheater August 5-22.
In this free event, the whole family will enjoy watching three phenomenal actors as they compress the complete works of Shakespeare into 90 minutes of high-speed, over-the-top hilarity! Knowledge of Shakespeare's works is helpful, but not at all necessary. Bring a picnic blanket and come with us on a fast-paced romp as we celebrate (and abuse) the Bard's beloved cannon!
ROUND ROCK, TEXAS - The City of Round Rock has rescheduled the July 4th Independence Day Fireworks and Frontier Days Celebration to Friday, July 16, 2010 due to rain and park conditions. The fireworks will now be a part of Time Warner Cable’s “Movies in the Park” presentation of “Planet 51” at Lakeview Pavilion and “The Spy Next Door” at Virg Rabb Pavilion at Old Settlers Park. (Please see revised entertainment and activities schedule below).
ROUND ROCK, TX –July 9, 2010– Woman’s full tackle football is headed back to Round Rock! The Independent Women’s Football League (IWFL) will host their Championship games at the Round Rock ISD Athletic Complex. In 2009 Texas hosted its first World Championship and teams are excited to return to the Sports Capital of Texas. Woman have had the opportunity to play tackle football since 2000 when the IWFL was founded by a group of women dedicated to making the sport a household name.
