The college coaches have spoken and once again the Texas Blue Chip Showcase has proven to be a top notch event!

Click on the link below to read some of their comments -

College Coach Testimonials

A Big Thank You

Thank you to all teams, coaches, managers, players, and parents. After a rainy beginning, it turned out to be a pretty nice event. We want to thank all of you for your participation. The committee will meet shortly to discuss any potential refunds. Please note the next Texans Tournament Event will be the 2012 Texas Warm Up Cup in August. We hope to see you there.

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SUNDAY REVISED MEYER PARK SCHEDULE

SATURDAY REVISED MEYER PARK SCHEDULE

KLEIN HS FIELD SCHEDULE (SATURDAY ONLY)

We are anticipating the 2012 showcase to be one of the best ever!  The level of teams registered, as well as the number of college coaches who have the Texas Blue Chip Showcase on their February calendar, are the recipe for this anticipated success!

**Latest News and Updates**

REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED THROUGH JANUARY 13, 2012. 

Teams and coaches from all across the United States have registered.  Up through yesterday we have been receiving emails of teams interested; therefore, we are extending the registration deadline through Jan 13th, 2012.

ONLINE PLAYER PROFILES (new this year)

In addition to the college coaches receiving hard copies of each player's profile, they will also be able to access player information via the Texas Blue Chip Showcase website.  Stay tuned for instructions on how to enter your players information online.

TEAM MANAGERS / COACHES - 

The first step in providing the college coaches with your player’s profile is to update your team’s information page.

To do so, follow these simple instructions -

1) Click on your team name below - don’t panic if you do not see your team just yet.  This is only a partial list - the rest will be added in due time. 

2) Click on the"team log in" in then in the upper right hand corner -  You will need to know your team’s pin# which can be found on your tournament confirmation email.

3) Click on team page - From here you can add various information, but most importanly -ADD YOUR ROSTER!

In the next few days we will have the player profile section set up where the players will find their name on the roster, log-in, and add detailed information regarding their soccer/academic accomplishments. 

So, again, it is imperative that you ADD YOUR ROSTER to the team page! 

**12th ANNUAL TEXAS BLUE CHIP SHOWCASE**

presented by

Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine

The 12^th Annual Texas “Blue Chip” Showcase will be held February 4^th & 5^th, 2012 at Meyer Park in Spring (Houston), Texas.  The Texas Blue Chip Showcase has an 11 year history of being one of the finest soccer showcases in the Southwest, due in large part to the quality of competition and number of college coaches that have made this an annual event on their recruiting calendar.  Our prestigious event provides an outstanding opportunity for you to showcase your Senior, Junior, and Sophomore Players.

This showcase is limited to U16, U17, & U18/19 Boys Teams. Last year over 90 College & University coaches representing NCAA DIV I, II, III, & NAIA programs from across the country were in attendance throughout the entire weekend. We are pleased to announce that many have already confirmed to attend again this year.  Each College/University coach is not only provided with a player profile book detailing each player’s academic and athletic data, but they will also have access to player profiles before, during, and after the event via the online player profile system.

Showcase Format – Each team can choose to play a total of 2 or 3 - 80 minute exhibition matches. The exhibition format will allow players to perform in their normal role without the added pressure of trying to win the tournament. Pairings are formed with teams that are as equal in strength as possible so as to provide for competitive games and allow players the best opportunity to display their soccer skills. In order to comply with NCAA recruiting rules, points will be awarded for each game to determine a bracket winner, but no awards will be presented. USDA teams will play friendly matches under the rules and regulations of the Development Academy.

 Team Requirements   - Each U17, U18, and U19 team is allowed a maximum of 22 players, with up to 5 guest players on their roster.  However, only 18 players will be allowed to participate in each game.  Those players must be identified on the game card prior to the start of each game and will be the only players allowed on the team bench.  Each U16 team is allowed a maximum of 18 players with up to 5 guest players on their roster.  All roster changes must be cleared with the hosting committee in advance of registration.  Guest players must be properly registered with their state associations.  2011/2012 Player ID Cards & Medical Release Forms for all players will be required & verified at registration.  All teams and players must be in good standing with their local and state associations to be eligible.  This tournament is sanctioned by USYSA.  Therefore, all USYSA teams must obtain permission to travel from the appropriate state/national association if traveling from outside of South Texas (STYSA).  All Applications must be received by January 6, 2012. The Host committee will notify selected teams no later than January 12, 2012.

Eligibility - The tournament committee will select teams based on each individual team’s past playing history and competitiveness.  Please provide accurate and up to date information regarding your team’s playing history.  Teams will not be considered for acceptance until an application with entry fee is received.

Entry Fee - 2 matches= $500 or 3 matches = $700

Hotels  - Teams must stay in Texas “Blue Chip” Showcase designated hotels or they will not be allowed to play in this showcase.  Rooms are available at Special Showcase rates at designated hotels in the area and hotel information will be available on the website.

We are looking forward to having your team be part of the Texas “Blue Chip” Showcase. If you should have any questions please email bluechipshowcase@texanssoccer.com.