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Texas Children’s and the Houston Texans

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Texas Children’s and the Houston Texans are united by a shared commitment to helping Houston’s children lead healthier, more active lives. As the Official Pediatric Partner of the Houston Texans, we work together to champion health, wellness, and active lifestyles through community outreach, school engagement, and family-focused events. Together, we support impactful programs such as PLAY 60, Junior Cheer, Tackle the STAAR, and Kids Day, while creating memorable experiences that give patients and families opportunities to connect with the team, share their stories, and be celebrated. Through this partnership, we continue to inspire children across Houston to stay active, dream big, and reach their full potential. 

Programs and Events

Tackle the STAAR with TORO

Tackle the STAAR is an educational assembly program that teaches 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students how to prepare for the STAAR Test, but there's one problem: TORO is afraid of the word "Test" and this time of the school year has him very worried. Through the program, TORO learns that tests are nothing to be afraid of when you properly prepare just like the Houston Texans prepare for a football game. 

Junior Cheer

Houston Texans Jr. Cheer presented by Texas Children's is a one-of-a-kind experience that allows young Texans fans to step into the spotlight. Participants learn a choreographed routine from Houston Texans Cheerleaders, develop confidence and teamwork skills, and perform live at Reliant Stadium. Together, the Houston Texans and Texas Children's create memorable opportunities that inspire youth, encourage healthy activity, and celebrate the next generation of Texans Cheerleaders. 

YMCA Flag

Through its support of YMCA Flag Football, Texas Children's helps provide youth ages 4–15 with access to safe, engaging opportunities to stay active, build character, and learn the value of teamwork. As one of the largest youth sports programs in the region, YMCA Flag Football introduces young athletes to the game in a fun and inclusive setting while reinforcing Texas Children's commitment to the health and well-being of children and families throughout the community. 

NFL Play 60

PLAY 60 is the NFL's campaign to encourage kids across the country to get off the sidelines and be active for an hour a day to help put kids on a healthy trajectory for life. Texas Children’s supports the Texans local Play 60 efforts with events, showcases, and more.

Texans Rookies Halloween Visits

Each fall, Houston Texans rookies visit Texas Children's to celebrate Halloween with patients and their families. From handing out treats and participating in holiday-themed activities to spending one-on-one time with patients, the visit brings Texans spirit to children who are spending the holiday in the hospital. The annual tradition gives rookies an opportunity to connect with the community while helping create special memories for patients and families at Texas Children's.

Texas Children’s Kickoff Kid 

Every home game, a Texas Children’s patient gets the one of a kind of experience of running onto the field after opening kickoff to retrieve the kicking tee, and then being recognized on the videoboard. Texas Children’s is dedicated to providing unique experiences of all kinds to our patients.

Kids Day

Kids Day, presented by Texas Children's, celebrates young Texans fans with a gameday experience designed just for families. From kid-friendly activations and entertainment to special giveaways and memorable in-stadium moments, Kids Day highlights the partnership's shared commitment to creating fun, engaging experiences for kids and families. The annual game provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the next generation of Texans fans while reinforcing Texas Children's dedication to the health and well-being of youth across the Houston community. 

Headed to a Game?

Visit our Texas Children’s Family Gameday Guide to get all in Gameday information you need for your family!