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TXRA BOARD MEETING MINUTES May 19, 2020 Due to Covid-19 restrictions meeting was conducted via secure Zoom audio/video format PRESENT: Bob Sullens, David Weiser, Sandy Rios, Mike Cantu, Mike Sorensen, Ross Smith, Kevin Sendry, Anita Johnson-Florez, Dale Gosser, Julienne Arnold. NOT PRESENT: Mitchell McCoy, Jon Friedman, Jeff Franco Meeting was called to order and a quorum was declared by the presence of the above named at 7:04PM SAFESPORT AND BAKCGROUND CHECKS The first order of business was discussion of the SafeSport Program and Background Check which are required of all TXRA Board members.  It was noted the following deficits existed: Expired or Never Don SafeSport-Bob, Ross, Davis Backgrounds-Jeff, AJ Soon to Expire SafeSport-Mitch (5/28), Mike S. (7/11) Both Bob and AJ stated that they had indeed completed their reported deficit and further follow up was requested to ensure completion was noted in the record with USAR.  All other deficits were requested to...

It is with great pleasure and confidence that I endorse Mike Grisz, who currently stands to fill a position on the USA Racquetball Board of Directors.  His record of serving the racquetball community is vast and wide.  Currently, he is the Chairman and CEO of the International Racquetball Tour (IRT), Secretary of the National Masters Racquetball Association, and also serves on the boards of the Virginia and Texas Racquetball Association.  Mike  is known for being reliable, professional, and sincere.  Many of us care about racquetball and it's future, yet Mike is one the rare, exceptional people who has dedicated himself fully for the cause of racquetball.  He may seem like an intimidating figure at times, but he is one of the most kind and compassionate people I know in our racquetball community.  Call on him, and he is there for you! -- Julienne Arnold, TXRA president Many of my fellow TXRA board members share similar sentiments: Please support two of...

As we move forward into 2020, we are looking for passionate and engaged racquetball members to join the TXRA Board.  This year we have 4 open board positions.  We are looking for nominations to join a board that is committed to expanding racquetball in Texas.  The election will occur starting March 15, 2020 and ending March 31, 2020. Requirements to serve on the board:  Attend all TXRA Board Meetings. The USOC requires that all State Board members undergo a Background Check The cost is $20 and not a big deal-a link for this can be found on your R2 profile The USOC requires all State Board members complete the online Safe-Sport training.  The cost is free and easy to complete.  That link also is found on your R2 profile Attended/participate in 3 of 4 State Sponsored Tournaments (Singles/Doubles/Seniors/Juniors) Please Send Nominations by March 1, 2020 to: Sandy Rios at srios13@stx.rr.com Or fill out our online nomination form Sincerely, Sandy Rios TXRA Elect...

Well, the 2019 Fall Splat Tournament is a wrap!!!! Congrats to Shane Diaz and her incredible family as Shane was surprised with a $4,000 scholarship . I can't tell you how incredible this young lady is as she works harder than any racquetball player I have ever known. I wanted to verbally express this at the tournament while I was presenting the Scholarship to Shane but my emotions got to me....again....and couldn't get the words out. Okay, I admit, I'm a delicate flower when it comes to things close to my heart. Shane is an amazing young lady and this is only the beginning for her. And a huge shout out to Shane's coach, George Bustos . George, keep up the awesome work with Shane as we all know you love doing what you do. I wanted to thank all the players for participating in the tournament as all your entry fees went straight into Shane's Scholarship. I also wanted to thank those of you who donated money towards this scholarship. It wouldn't hav...

Each year in the past, the TXRA presented the Annual Awards in April at the regional tournament, the Battle of the Alamo. The Last Annual Awards held in April 2019 This past reception was very memorable for me especially, as we honored winners with fancy awards and delicious cake that even Paola Longoria enjoyed. I was so I excited, that I literately went head over heels when I trip over a metal post! Later, I photo-bombed Howard Walker's moment with Mike Cantu, which more than made up for nearly fracturing my foot, but I digress. At the next TXRA Annual Awards in 2020, we want to express our gratitude to outstanding players and contributors of our sport in a bigger and grander fashion! Annual Awards to be held at the 2020 Longhorn Open Award winners are guaranteed entry into the Longhorn Open! The TXRA Board has arranged to present the next Annual Awards at the upcoming Longhorn Open January 18, 2020.  Due to the tournament's popularity and demand, the Longhorn implemented a n...