Adult Sports
Adult sports are available whether you are looking for exercise or just to have a good time with friends. Individuals will register and pay as teams, but a "Free Agent" list is available at the Recreation Center during registration for those looking to join a team.
ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL
Registration: August 2 - 31
Fee: $150.00 / team
Coaches Meeting: September 2 at 6:00 pm
Games begin: Mid-September
ADULT FALL SOFTBALL
Registration: September 1 - October 2
Fee: $300.00 / team
Leagues: Men's & Co-Ed Recreational
Men's & Co-Ed Competitive
Coaches Meeting: October 6 at 6:00 pm
Games begin: October
Click here for a flyer and here for a registration form.
HORSESHOES & WASHERS TOURNAMENT
Date: Saturday, September 25, City's 50 Anniversary
Time: 4:00 pm
Location: Dana Peak Park
Registration: Recreation Center
Onsite until 3:00 pm on September 25
Entry Fee: $10.00 per team (2 man team)
Click
here for a registration form.
Adaptive Sports
Adaptive sports are now available through Parks & Recreation. For those looking to join a team or enjoy a fun time exercising, visit one of many sports to come.
To discuss sponsorship opportunities for our adaptive sports program contact, Joe Brown, Athletics Coordinator at
jbrown@ci.harker-heights.tx.us or at 254.953.5657.
WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL
Days: Mondays & Fridays
Times: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Recreation Center
ADAPTIVE ROCK CLIMBING
Days: TBA
Times: TBA
Location: Boulder's Rock Climbing
Volunteer Head Coach Refund
We understand the time and dedication it takes to be a volunteer coach for a Harker Heights recreation league. In appreciation of your efforts, we are granting refunds at the end of each sports season for Head Coaches that successfully complete the following requirements.
| Attend coaches meeting |
| Attend training sessions offered by Parks and Recreation |
| Check the refund box on the application form |
| Remain with the team for the duration of the season |
| Turn in completed coach evaluations from parents |
| Turn in equipment at the end of the season |
All return coaches will be given priority for coaching opportunities prior to taking on any new coaches. Please click here for the Coaching Application.
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A SPECIAL THANKS... The Harker Heights Parks and Recreation Department would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous contributions towards parks and recreation athletic programs:
Hole-In-One Package ($1000) Armed Services YMCA
Double Play Package ($200) Harker Heights Lions Club
Free Throw Package ($100) Budget Used Cars Central Texas Pipelayer, Inc. Dodge Country Don Cast Insurance Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers
Donations Chick-fil-A® Dick's Sporting Goods Heights Lumber & Supply, Inc. Mama Soul Subway Wal-Mart |
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CODE OF CONDUCT In the spirit of sportsmanship, participants shall: Conduct themselves in a manner that represents the City of Harker Heights and the Parks and Recreation Department with honor, dignity and respect. Demonstrate the qualities of civility and sportsmanship at all times. Not use vulgar, abusive, racist, sexist, demeaning or intimidating language at any time. Support the players, coaches and officials in a positive manner. Treat the visiting team, coaches and fans with courtesy and respect at all times. Not engage in cheers that are vulgar, crass or demeaning. Refrain from throwing objects for any reason. Not become inebriated or belligerent. Refrain from entering playing and team areas at any time, including after the game. |