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12/09 : Texas Team Handball League Tournament
Greetings,I need confirmation from all individuals and teams who plan on participating in the handball tournament.
Please send me a list with the names of all coaches, players and guest who plan on attending the Handball tournament Sep 24th at Texas State, so that no one has to pay an entry fee!
If a person arrives and their name is not on the list, they will have to pay $6 to enter.
The halves will be 20 mins, with a 10 minute warm-up, a 5 minute half time, leaving an additional 5 mins for everyone to clear the floor so that the next team can get ready for their game.
Game #1
Bobcats will play Rockstars at 11:00am
Rockstars and Bobcats please be at gym by 10:30am
Game #2
Will start at 12:00pm
Game #3
Will start at 1:00pm
Game #4 and beyond
TBA
Which two teams want to secure a spot in Game #2 at 12:00pm, and who wants to secure a spot in Game #3 at 1:00pm?
Please arrive 30 minutes before your game starts.
Thank you all,
Marilyn Elder
TX State Bobcats
06/04 : A Note From Michael Wright
On March 11 [link] there was a devastating earthquake and tsunami in Northeastern Japan. The earthquake was the largest ever recorded in Japan, measuring at 9.0 magnitude. The subsequent tsunami, meanwhile, wiped out entire towns such as Minamisanriku, Ishinomaki, Rikuzentakata, Ofunato, and Kensennuma, and destroyed many parts of the main city of the region, Sendai. As of April 1, 11,734 people have been confirmed dead, with a further 16,000 missing. Over 400,000 people have been displaced from their homes.Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan has called this natural disaster the "toughest and the most difficult crisis for Japan" since the war. Initial government estimates put the total cost of the damage of the earthquake and tsunami at $300 billion. Japan has always been one of the first countries to assist in natural disaster relief in other countries, and is a generous donor to many good causes such as poverty alleviation.
However, now the Japanese people are in a time of need. Tens of thousands are currently living in temporary shelters. There is both a shortage of food and health supplies for the victims of the earthquake and tsunami.
In light of this situation, students at Texas State University - San Marcos [link] have joined together with both the Japanese Language and Culture Club and the American Speed Handball Club to make a fundraising group for the relief efforts in Japan. We are accepting donations of any kind. We are also selling "I Support Japan" T-shirts for $20. Please use this PayPal Donation Box. All of the donations and proceeds will go to the Japanese Red Cross.
Please help Japan by making a donation or by buying a "I Support Japan" T-shirt!
Thank you very much.
22/10 : American Speed Handball Simple Rules
American Speed Handball is a fast-paced team sport played indoors or outdoors on a basketball court and is the perfect sport for all ages, from children to seniors. American Speed Handball is not just a spectacular sport, but also has the potential to educate and entertain, while creating an environment that promotes a vigorous and healthy wellbeing, complimenting the active American lifestyle. [link]Standard play involves five players of the same age and sex on each team. [link]
However, Piankova Play rotates two squads of five players on each team every five minutes, pitting fathers against fathers, mothers against mothers, boys against boys and girls against girls, ensuring safety and participation in a team environment; allowing men and women, or parents and children to play on the same team. Piankova Play can be applied, not only to American Speed Handball, but to any team sport and is a great opportunity for family and friends of all ages to enjoy playing together.
For "The Simple Rules Of American Speed Handball" please -email- us.
14/10 : HOUSTON STARS
We practice with the Vikings [link] every Tuesday from 7:30 PM to 9: 00 PM at the University of Houston, Melcher gym [link].If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jasper:
-email-
(832) 677-3722
11/08 : The Telthorster family and the Stars lose young, wonderful daughter and a teammate
It is with a heavy heart that the Houston Stars Team Handball Club must announce that our beloved Shooting Stars player, Alison May Telthorster, daughter of Houston Stars Goalie and Coach, Mark Telthorster, passed away earlier today, August 9, 2010, in a vehicle accident on a Texas road. You can read more about it here and here. Alison was 22 and lived in Conroe, TX. Mark posted this on his Facebook page: "One of the shining lights in my life, my Hunny Bunny, my daughter Alison, is gone. A traffic accident claimed her life. Keep us in your prayers.
Please keep the Telthorster family in your thoughts and prayers.
For all who did not have the pleasure to know Alison, this is her at the Flanders tournament in 2005
05/10 : Spectacular Presentation
On Sunday, October 4th, American Speed Handball made its debute at St. Stephens [link], thanks to Riyo Shigihara and Coach Jen Greybeck and their tireless efforts and dedication. Nathan Yang's presentation: "American Speed Handball Through the Eyes of the Goalie" was spectacular. Boris Herceg and Jon Kwahk were very instrumental making this clinic a complete success. The intelligence and skills exhibited by the students was outstanding. The parents� participation and interest was eqally impressive. The new sport of American Speed Handball was welcomed by the school leadership with great enthusiasm.
Special thanks to Judge Fred for his tenacity and traveling to Austin to document this historic event. The legacy continues!
01/10 : WE WELCOME COACH RUDY TOMJANOVICH
Yesterday we welcomed a new member into the American Speed Handball family - the legendary coach Rudy Tomjanovich. His excitement and endorsement will enhance and further our goal of implementing American Speed Handball into the schools in Houston and The Woodlands. In conjunction with venues like League America [link] and The Legends Sports Complex [link], coach Rudy T saw the great potential of American Speed Handball to fine hone the skills necessary for athletes to compete to the best of their ability while enjoying the sport of American Speed Handball. Coach Rudy T believes American Speed Handball will be an absolute success and his excitement equals those who have seen our new sport first hand.
30/09 : COACHING and REFEREE CLINIC
Date: Sunday, October 4thTime: 1:00PM � 5:00PM
Location: Austin TX, 78746
All new players are recommended to attend this clinic as it will cover extensive topic about American Speed Handball, including Psychology of the sport, defense, offence, goal keeping and refereeing. Last half of the session will be scrimmage, so please plan on attending either the whole session or at least the last session.
All college students want attend this clinic as The School may offer internship opportunities in the next several months to coach American Speed Handball to their students. For more information, please e-mail -email-.
14/09 : State League Fall 2009
September 26th: Alamo Stars will host the First TournamentOctober 17th: Austin RockStars will host the Second Tournament
November 14th: Houston Stars will host the Third Tournament
December 5th: Dallas North Stars will host the Fourth Tournament
10/09 : You Are Invited To...
... Our PTA, Booster Club and Educators Open House.Parents and kids are welcome to attend our Open House on September 16th from 4:00 PM through 8:00 PM.
Refreshments will be provided by Gerall's Italian American Grille.
Take this opportunity to:
Learn how to play American Speed Handball.
Learn how your school can benefit from our fundraising opportunities.
Learn about League America's exciting Multi-Sport Youth Recreational Leagues.
Offer your students an opportunity to play on a team with their classmates and build team and school spirit.
Preview Houston's Largest sports training facility. League America, the New Home of American Speed Handball; a safe, family friendly, positive place to play and learn.
07/09 : What a great Labor Day Festival we had!
Thanks to Ellis Gerald and the staff at League America [link], the New Home of American Speed Handball in Houston, for hosting this historic international event; Tammy Rosen of HoustonMoms [link], Bogdan Pasat at 1560 The Game AM Radio [link] and the Houston Chronicle for their coverage and intrest in our community.Special thanks to coach Martinez, the referees Miriam Quiroga and Wilfrado Auniga, and all the Nuevo Leons players and fans.
Riyo Shigihara and her Austin RockStars played a vital role and left an indelible impression as always.
Coach Oscar Grisales and his Firehawks walked away winners, but everyone who participated won and left their mark, laying the foundation for an even more exciting event next year.
A big thank you to the volunteers led by Nancy Thomas, The Thompson family, and the student interns from UH who worked diligently from start to finish.
We would like to thank the Holiday Inn Galleria and the Hampton Inn for wonderful accommodations and breakfasts that were above and beyond.
Work has already begun on the Texas Classic Handball Invitational which will take place the 2nd weekend in January 2010, as well as next years League America Labor Day Sports Festival.
08/06 : Classic Handball Festival
Dear Handball Friends,Thank you so much for your intrest in participating in Labor Day League America Handball Festival in Houston, Texas!
Date: September 5th, 6th and 7th, 2009
Location:
League America
10510 Westview Dr.
[link]
Houston, Texas 77043
713-464-6800
Holiday Inn Galleria is giving us Special Handball Discounted Rate:
$69 � single or double
$99 � Suite
**Breakfast coupons may be purchased for a discounted price of $10.
When reserving your rooms, please remember to ask for the Labor Day Handball Tournament Rate
Nicole Joullian
Group Sales Manager
Holiday Inn Galleria
3131 West Loop South
Houston, Texas 77027
Ph: 713-353-7390 or 713-353-7390
Fax:713-961-0031
-email-
[link]
CONTINENTAL AIRLINES is also one of our sponsors and you can go on line to get your tickets with Continental or Continental Express!!!
Go to Continental.com
and under code optional
put our (American Speed Handball)
z code and agreement code:
ZZMD
BF6D8E
If you need to rent a car, please feel free to call Avis and get discount as well:
The Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) Number is J900822.
Please advise your players to use this AWD number when calling Avis directly at 1-800-331-1600 to receive the best car rental rates available.
If you have any questions, or if I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to call me at 713-956-4005.
Hope to see you all very soon!
With much love and appreciation,
Dede
23/05 : Invitation from MVG Alex Voronov
Our dear Alex Voronov was awarded the well-deserved MVG title during Nationals 2009. In celebration of the achievement, he is inviting Houston Stars, along with Texas Handball family, to his house at 2pm on Sunday, May 31st. Our friends and family are also welcome to join the fun. Contact Dede or Riyo for the directions of his house. 29/04 : A Note From The Desk Of Riyo Shigihara
SPORTSFEST in FLANDERS, NJSwim and Sport Club in Flanders, NJ, is inviting us to attend the 50th Annual Sportsfest. This is the tournament with the longest history in the US. They host soccer and handball tournaments every summer. Texas Team Handball Clubs, our parent organization, has participated in this event for the last five years. NYCTH, clubs from Canada, Garden City, Boston, Cortland are the regulars to this tournament, and last year Atlanta Condors made it there as well. They also have a camp site with shower facility, so if any of us are interested in camping, we have that option. There are also hotels in the area.
I personally recommend everyone to go to this tournament with your family and friends. The club is located in a beautiful German suburb with no city noise / light, surrounded by deep woods. I have camped out a few years ago, and it was so breath-taking to look at hundreds of stars! The club has a club house where they serve cold drink, German beer and food at very affordable price. I think this will be a wonderful opportunity to make a family vacation while you enjoy playing competitive handball. There are swimming pool, tennis courts, play ground, etc, right by where we play handball.
Date: July 31st (Friday) through August 2nd (Sunday)
Location: Swim and Sports Club in Flanders, NJ [link]
Address: 272 Emmans Rd, Flanders, NJ (40 minutes West of Newark Airport - EWR)
Men: Classic Handball on grass field. Please bring soccer shoes.
Women: Beach Handball on grass field. No shoes at all.
Airfare: I see a few options under $350 from AUS to EWR.
Please confirm your availability by May 9th, so we can get the teams registered.
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