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HCHSA Board of Directors Facilities Tour
HOUSTON - The Harris County–Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA) Board of Directors recently took part in a comprehensive facilities tour of NRG Stadium, Daikin Park, Toyota Center, and Shell Energy Stadium, gaining a firsthand look at each venue while meeting with our...
Ryan Walsh named new CEO of the Harris County – Houston Sports Authority
Walsh served as CEO of the Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation for 7 years HOUSTON – The Harris County – Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA) Board of Directors voted on Friday, Nov. 15, to approve Ryan Walsh as the new chief executive officer of the HCHSA....
Juan Garcia named new Chairman of HCHSA
Houston-area attorney has ties to Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo HOUSTON – Houston attorney Juan Garcia has been appointed the new Chairman of the Harris County - Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA). The HCHSA provides oversight to world-class, professional sports...
Janice McNair to Receive 2025 Houston Sports Awards Lifetime Achievement Award
HOUSTON - A trailblazer in sports and philanthropy, Janice McNair has left an indelible mark on the city of Houston—transforming lives & impacting communities. In recognition of her incredible impact, Mrs. McNair has been selected to receive the 2025 Houston...
HCHSA Announces Chris Canetti as Interim CEO
HOUSTON – Chairman of the Board J. Kent Friedman has named longtime Houston sports executive Chris Canetti as interim Chief Executive Officer of the Harris County – Houston Sports Authority. Canetti is currently serving as President of the FIFA World Cup 26 Houston...
HCHSA announces leadership change
HOUSTON - The Harris County-Houston Sports Authority Board of Directors voted today on a settlement and mutual release agreement between the HCHSA and Chief Executive Officer Janis Burke. HCHSA Chairman of the Board J. Kent Friedman released the following statement: ...
Andre Ware Announced as 2025 Houston Sports Hall of Fame Inductee
HOUSTON - The Harris County – Houston Sports Authority and Sports Authority Foundation are excited to announce that University of Houston legend Andre Ware has been selected to be a part of the Houston Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2025. Ware, a former UH quarterback...
Van Chancellor Announced as 2025 Houston Sports Hall of Fame Inductee
HOUSTON, TX - The Harris County – Houston Sports Authority and Sports Authority Foundation are excited to announce legendary women’s basketball coach Van Chancellor as the second member of the 2025 Houston Sports Hall of Fame class, joining Houston Oilers legend Kenny...
Kenny Houston Announced as 2025 Houston Sports Hall of Fame Inductee
HOUSTON, TX – The Harris County – Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA) and Sports Authority Foundation are thrilled to announce that Houston Oilers legend Kenny Houston has been selected as one of three members in the 2025 Class of the Houston Sports Hall of Fame. Since...
MEET OUR 2024 FALL INTERNS
This Fall, the Harris County - Houston Sports Authority welcomed five new talented interns. Helping in the areas of Marketing, Event Operations, and Athletic Affairs, these five students jumped straight into the action by gaining hands-on experience at the Houston...
HBCU Culture and Unity Shine at 2024 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands 10th Anniversary
A Weekend of Unforgettable Performances, Scholarships, and Community Impact Celebrates the Legacy of HBCU Marching BandsHOUSTON, TEXAS (August 25, 2024): The 2024 National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) once again showcased the spirited and passionate performances of...
HCHSA Approves Facility Condition Assessment Study
HOUSTON (August 20, 2024) - The Harris County - Houston Sports Authority Board of Directors today voted on and approved staff to move forward with the hiring of a company to conduct a facility condition assessment study for Toyota Center and Minute Maid Park. “The...