Weather and U of H Swim Meet
Athletic Directors and Coaches: With the regional swim meet this week in Houston, we, just like you, continue to monitor the weather forecasts. As we monitor the forecasts on Perry Weather and other sources, the conditions continue to evolve and change. At this time we are working with the University of Houston to confirm their […]
Winter Weather Concerns and Governance
Athletic Directors: With the winter weather potential coming up this week, travel and games may be impacted. Please take a minute to review the TAPPS weather policies as outlined in Section 138 of the TAPPS By-Laws. Section 138.V Temperature In the event the outside temperature or heat index reaches 100 degrees as determined by the […]
REGIONAL SWIM INFORMATION
Athletic Directors and Coaches: 2026 is in full swing and the regional swim meets begin next week. Please review the following as time allows in preparation for the contests. LINK TO SWIM LANDING PAGE LINK TO REGIONAL SWIM VIDEO REGIONAL MEET ENTRY DEADLINE IS SUNDAY JANUARY 18 – 5pm We look forward to seeing you […]
Wrestling Championship Update
TAPPS STATE WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIPS The 2026 TAPPS State Wrestling Championships are officially set to take place on February 14. Bay Area Christian School in League City will host this year’s event. All member schools participating in this year’s competition must complete the following important tasks: COACHES – To be eligible to coach at the event, all […]
TAPPS STATE WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Athletic Directors and Wrestling Coaches: The 2026 TAPPS State Wrestling Championships are officially set to take place on February 14. Bay Area Christian School in League City will host this year’s event. All member schools participating in this year’s competition must complete the following important tasks: COACHES – To be eligible to coach at […]
2026 Regional Swim Entry Deadline
Athletic Directors and Swim Coaches With the winter break is behind us, we are moving quickly into the Spring of 2026. The regional swim meets will be here before we know as will the regional meet entry deadline. The deadline for all three regionals is 5 pm on January 18th. Please read each meet invitation […]
2026 Dance Director’s Email
Fine Arts Directors, Assistant Fine Arts Directors, Dance Program Directors, Asst. Dance Program Directors Good afternoon! The tentative Dance Championship schedules have been posted! Large Ensemble Schedule Solo and Small Ensemble Schedule Dance Landing Page If you are planning to attend and you do not see your group listed, please call the office. If you […]
2026 TAPPS BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL
Athletic Directors and Coaches: Winter is flying by and baseball and softball practices are just around the corner. As we move toward the beginning of spring activities please take a few moments to view our latest video and review the information outlined below as you plan your spring practices. 2026 TAPPS Baseball/Softball Video In addition, […]
2026 Dance Solo & Small Ensemble Registration Reminder
Fine Art Directors and Dance Directors: Good afternoon! We are looking forward to the upcoming Dance Championships on Saturday, January 17, 2026. It will be here before we know it! Thank you to those who have already turned in their solo and small ensemble entries. If you have not done so, please use the link […]
Rebel Athletic Webinar
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2026 Football Playoff Possibilities
2026-2028 Football Playoffs Athletic DIrectors and Football Coaches: As we head to the winter break, our office has prepared the video linked below with a first look at the football playoff brackets. The plan is based on the alignment as presently presented. The information may change as schools determine participation for the fall […]
BBQ and TAPPS
TAPPS will host our first BBQ Championship in conjunction with the National High School BBQ Association on April 11. Get you team together and join the fun in Waco. INTRODUCTORY VIDEO
2025 Fall Photo Results
The results for the 2025 TAPPS Fall Photo contest are now available on the TAPPS website. You can also download the Awards Program directly at this link. We will begin mailing out awards in January. We had nearly 2,000 entries from 56 member schools this year. We continue to be impressed by the quality and […]
2026 Dance Solo & Small Ensemble Registration
Fine Art Directors and Dance Directors: Good afternoon! Thank you to those who have completed their Dance Team Registration for the upcoming Dance Championships on Saturday, January 17, 2026. If you HAVE NOT registered, please use the link below to enter your team’s two dances for the event. Registered teams are listed on the Dance […]
DANCE REGISTRATION REMINDER
Fine Art Directors and Dance Directors: Thank you to those who have already registered for our TAPPS State Dance Competition. As the year comes to a close we are looking forward to this great event. Use the link below to enter your team’s two dances for the event. The official entry deadline is close of […]
2026-28 Provisional Bracket Plan
In association with the 2026 alignment posting, TAPPS developed the 2026-28 Team Sport Bracket Proposal providing a review of the brackets for the coming cycle in accordance with Section 141 of the TAPPS By-Laws as currently published. This is a provisional plan which in most instances places approximately 50% of the listed schools into the […]
2025 Cheer Championship Schedule & Information
Good afternoon! The tentative Cheer Championship schedules have been posted! We are using two panels of judges again this year to help shorten our day and make it easier for everyone involved. We will be at the Extraco Events Center – Coliseum in Waco. Day 1 – December 8 – Large Schools (5A-6A) Day 2 – December […]
2026-28 Alignment – Final
November 20, 2025 The TAPPS Executive Board reviewed and considered all appeals presented after the initial release of information. In addition, new school applications were approved for membership beginning with the 2026-28 alignment cycle. Those amendments are reflected in the final alignment presented on the TAPPS website. With the districts affirmed, schools may begin […]
2026-27 Provisional Calendar
November 19, 2025 Administrators: As TAPPS prepares to enter its second 50 years, our leadership continues to review all aspects of the organization including alignment of schools, playoff considerations, and the TAPPS calendar. The athletic executive committee and executive board represent schools from across Texas at varying levels of enrollment, participation, and student makeup. After […]
2025 VOLLEYBALL HONORS
The 2025 All State Teams, All Tournament Teams, and All District Teams for VOLLEYBALL have been selected and posted on the TAPPS website. The information can be found at the link below. LINK TO VOLLEYBALL HONORS Click on the desired honors for the document download.
TAPPS ALL STATE HONORS – FALL SOCCER
November 18, 2025 The 2025 All State Teams, All Tournament Teams, All District Teams and ACADEMIC ALL STATE TEAMS for FALL SOCCER have been selected and posted on the TAPPS website. The information can be found at the link below. LINK TO FALL SOCCER HONORS Click on the desired honors for the document download.
2025 OAP Division II Recap
2025 One Act Play Division II Championship KERRVILLE, Texas — Veritas Academy triumphed in the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) Division II One Act Play Championship, clinching first place in the contest held on November 8, 2025, at Cailloux Theater in Kerrville, Texas. The competition showcased excellent performances from eight schools including […]
2025 Cheer Championship Registration
The CHEER CHAMPIONSHIPS are almost here. Thank you to those who have already filled out their registration for entry into the 2025 State Cheer Competition. If you have not yet done your entry, please use the following link to complete your registration for this year’s competition to be held at the Extraco Events Coliseum […]
2026 Dance Championship Registration
Fine Art Directors and Dance Directors: As 2025 comes to a close we are planning for the 2026 Dance Championships. Use the link below to enter your team’s two dances for the event. The official entry deadline is close of business Wednesday, December 17, 2025. DANCE TEAM REGISTRATION Please use the link below to […]
2025 Drumline Championships
TAPPS Drumline Championships 2025 In a stunning display of skill and teamwork, Grace Community School seized first place in the Tier 1 competition of the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) Drumline event. Held on November 19, 2025, at the Waco ISD Athletic Complex, the competition drew schools from across the state, each […]
2025 Field Band Championships
2025 Field Band Championships The Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) witnessed a spectacular display of skill and coordination at the Field Band Championships held on November 20, 2025, at the Waco ISD Athletic Complex. Concordia Lutheran High School clinched the first place in Tier 1, showcasing a performance that set them apart […]
2025 TAPPS Marching Band Competition
TAPPS Marching Band Championship in Waco At the annual Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) Marching Band Championship held on November 20, 2025, at the Waco ISD Athletic Complex, Fort Worth Christian School and Midland Christian School emerged as the leaders in their respective tiers, showcasing precision and spirit that set them apart […]
2025 Division I One Act Play Championship
Nolan Catholic High School Captures First Place in TAPPS One Act Play Championship KERRVILLE, TX — Nolan Catholic High School triumphed in the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS) Division One OAP Championship held on November 5 & 6, 2025, at the Cailloux Theater in Kerrville, Texas. The competition saw an impressive display […]
2026-28 Alignment Appeal Deadline
Administrators: This is a reminder that all appeals for 2026-28 district alignments are due this Friday, November 7th. Appeals must be submitted through TMS on the 2025 Alignment Appeal Form. This includes any decisions for a team to be unaligned or to request that currently unaligned team be added to a district. More information about […]
2026-28 Alignment Information
October 31, 2025 The TAPPS staff and Executive Board present the 2026-28 alignment as posted on the TAPPS website in accordance with SubChapter G of the TAPPS By-Laws. With input from the Athletic Executive Committee, the base information and districts were developed and finalized for presentation. Member schools wishing to make an appeal of their […]
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Cheer Championships 2025
As this year flies by, our TAPPS Cheer Competition gets closer and closer. Please use the following link to complete your registration for this year’s competition to be held at the Extraco Events Coliseum in Waco on December 8-9. Your registration needs to be completed by Wednesday, November 12. 2025 Cheer Championship Registration Please ensure […]
Cross Country Entries
Athletic Directors and Coaches: Thank you to all who entered your runners for the Cross Country Championships. We are looking forward to a great day of competition and fellowship in Waco. The course and registration will be open on Sunday beginning at 3 pm. The course and registration will close at 6 pm. The course […]
Victory Rings Celebrating Athletes’ Victories
TAPPS Athletic Directors and Coaches, Championship season is right around the corner and Victory Rings is proud to be the official ring provider for TAPPS! Since kicking off our partnership, we’ve consistently provided an exceptional product alongside remarkable customer service. We look forward to crafting high-quality, custom championship rings that capture the winning spirit and […]
Don’t Miss Out on a Free Staff Luncheon Provided by Crave-It Nutrition!
I hope your first semester is going well! Our team at Crave-It Nutrition, would love to provide a free staff luncheon for you and your staff. We are a family owned & operated company that partners with schools to manage their food service programs across Texas. Crave-It Nutrition partners with private schools and childcare programs of various […]
2025 Cross Country Update
Athletic Directors and Coaches: As we look forward to the 2025 Cross Country Championships next week, please review the information posted on the Cross Country Landing page and the video linked below. LINK TO CROSS COUNTRY LANDING PAGE LINK TO CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP VIDEO Please reach out to the TAPPS office as […]
FALL BAND 2025 Info
Band and Fine Art Directors Thank you to everyone who made their way to Waco this week for Fall Band 2025. The Drumlines, Field Bands and Marching Bands entertained us throughout the day. The dedication of the directors and the students was fully displayed. The web outages yesterday took us off line for […]
uReport Webinar Recap
Thank you to all who attended yesterday’s introductory webinar for our newest partner, uReport. If you were unable to attend the webinar or wanted a second chance to hear it, a recording of the webinar is available at the link shown below. LINK TO WEBINAR If you have any questions or wish to know more […]
uReport + TAPPS Webinar Registration
You are invited to a Zoom meeting. When: Oct 21, 2025 11:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iMwAymDKR7KKYWQED1KWhQ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Peter Fitzpatrick- CEO/Founder Regan Fitzpartick- President/Co-Founder Danny Chalhoub- Sr. Director, Partnerships Sam Arseneault- Lead Developer Nick […]
Fall Sports Brackets Posted
Athletic Directors and Fall Sport Coaches The FALL sports brackets are posted in TMS and on the TAPPS website. LINK TO TAPPS WEBSITE