Welcome to Athletics Department

At Birdville ISD, students have the opportunity to soar in a wide range of award-winning sports programs! Whether they’re aiming for personal bests or team victories, our athletics department is dedicated to helping every student achieve their potential, both on and off the field.

Sports offered at High School level: Football, Soccer, Basketball, Cross-Country, Track, Golf, Tennis Swimming, Baseball-Softball, Volleyball and Wrestling.

Sports offered at Middle School level: Football, Basketball, Cross-Country, Track, Tennis and Volleyball.

Golf Tournament

Tournament Information

Tournament Information

Athletics Department

About Us

Athletics Department

Barry Norton
Executive Director of Athletics

Lesa Master
Assistant Athletics Director

Lon Holbrook

MS Athletic & District UIL Comp Coordinator

Cheryl Tonkinson

Administrative Assistant to the Executive Director

Vicki Barke

Administrative Assistant

Gabby Estrada
Administrative Assistant

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Our mission is to give our student-athletes the opportunity to compete and strive for excellence in a fair, safe, and sportsmanlike manner, while integrating athletics into their educational experience.

If you have questions or comments, contact the Birdville Athletics Department at (817) 547-5820.

Booster Club Info

Booster Club Guidelines are published by the University Interscholastic League (UIL) in order to assist schools and parents with determining the proper role for local booster clubs to play as they support the students who participate in UIL sponsored sports and activities. These guidelines are general in nature and are not intended to provide legal advice or act as a substitute for the UIL Constitution and Contest Rules. In case of any disagreement between these guidelines and the law or UIL rules, the law and/or UIL rules, as applicable, will control. These Guidelines are not a substitute for an opinion from the State Executive Committee and may not be relied upon as such. These Guidelines are subject to change by UIL staff at any time and without notice.

For the UIL Booster Club Guidelines, visit the University Interscholastic League Booster Club Guidelines website.

For Birdville ISD Booster Club Guidelines, click on this link, BISD Booster Club Guidelines.

Facilities

District and Stadium Rules and Regulations:

All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges
Concessions are available (cashless)
NO Pets allowed
Paperwork REQUIRED for Service Animals
NO personal heaters allowed
NO outside food or drinks allowed (including water)
NO alcohol is allowed
Smoking is PROHIBITED in all areas of the stadiums (this includes: All smoking tobacco, e-cigarettes and vaporizers)
The ticket holder agrees to the terms of ALL District and Stadium Regulations

Birdville Stadium/W. G. Thomas Coliseum
6108 Broadway Avenue, Haltom City, TX 76117
817-547-5820

BISD Fine Arts/Athletics Complex
9200 Mid-Cities Blvd., N. Richland Hills, TX 76180
(817) 547-5900

Richland Tennis Center
7111 N. E. Loop 820, N. Richland Hills, TX 76180
(817) 427-6680

Shannon Center Gymnastics Complex
[with 2 Fully Equipped Gymnastics Gyms]
6010 Walker Street, Haltom City, Texas 76117
(817) 547-5444

Media/Press/Scouts

If you are covering a game at the FAAC (Fine Arts Athletics Complex) or the Old Birdville Football Stadium, please contact BISD Athletics.

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Welcome to Birdville FAAC Media Request Form

All requests must be submitted to BISD Athletic Department by Noon on Wednesday preceding the scheduled event. The application does not guarantee entrance into the press box or sidelines. You will receive an email Thursday of game week with instructions if your request was confirmed.
Media Request Form

6A Division I/Division II Volleyball State Semifinal Media Requests

Welcome to the Birdville ISD W.G. Thomas Coliseum Media Request Form for the 6A Division I/Division II Volleyball State Semifinals.

All requests must be submitted to BISD Athletic Department by 12:00 noon on Friday, November 14th. The application does not guarantee entrance onto the arena floor. You will receive an email Friday evening with instructions if your request was confirmed.

Please click the link below to submit a request.

Media Request Form

Resources (Forms and Handbooks)

Student Accident Insurance Plans

Student Insurance Plans, LLC

Birdville ISD offers an affordable, full access, accident only policy for students that will help offset the rising medical costs and deductibles required by insurance carriers under current health plans.

Student Accident Insurance Plan Information

Information and online enrollment is available via the website http://www.studentinsuranceplans.com/

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Upcoming Events and Information

Homecoming Games

Birdville High School Homecoming

Haltom High School Homecoming

Richland High School Homecoming

Upcoming Athletic Games

Purchase Athletic Event Tickets

Clear Bag Policy

OFFICIAL CLEAR BAG POLICY

Birdville ISD’s Clear Bag Policy applies to all guests attending events as spectators (not participants) at the Birdville Stadium, W.G. Thomas Coliseum and the BISD Fine Arts/Athletics Complex. All bags and personal items are subject to visual inspection prior to guest admittance into the venue. Guests are encouraged to limit the number of items brought with them to these facilities.

APPROVED BAGS

CLEAR BACKPACK

CLEAR TOTE
Plastic, vinyl or PVC
no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”

CLEAR PLASTIC STORAGE BAG
Resealable
(one-gallon bag)

SMALL CLUTCH PURSE
(Not required to be clear)
with or without handle or strap
Size may not exceed 4.5” x 6.5”
(Subject to visual inspection)

EXCEPTIONS MAY BE MADE FOR:

Diaper bags (subject to visual inspection) which must be accompanied by an infant/young child.
Medically necessary items (subject to visual inspection).
Camera/computer bags of credentialed members of the media only.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

All non-clear purses, bags or containers larger than a small clutch bag (4.5” x 6.5”)
Non-clear Backpacks
Binocular cases (binoculars may be worn around neck)
Briefcases
Camera/video bags
Cinch/Drawstring bags
Computer bags
Coolers
Fanny packs
Luggage of any kind
Seat cushions (with storage areas)

All Sports Pass

Athletics Department All Sports Passes on sale now!

Cost: $40
Available throughout the 2025–26 school year.

The “All Sports Pass” admits ONE person into any home game held at
Birdville ISD facilities during the school year.
Note: Not eligible for use for Varsity Football or Playoff Games (all sports).

Purchase in person at any of the following Birdville ISD Athletic facilities*:

Wiley G. Thomas Coliseum/Athletics Department
6108 Broadway Ave., Haltom City • 817-547-5820

BISD Fine Arts/Athletics Complex (FAAC)
9200 Mid Cities Blvd., North Richland Hills • 817-547-5900

* Call before stopping by one of these locations to purchase your ALL SPORTS PASS:

Form of payment:
CASH or CHECK ONLY
(Make checks payable to Birdville Athletics)

Senior Citizen Advantage Platinum Card (age 65+)

Platinum Advantage Card Benefits

Senior Citizen Advantage Platinum Card (age 65+)

Athletics

Free Lifetime General Admission for athletics events held at the following locations:

Birdville ISD school gymnasium
Birdville Stadium
BISD Fine Arts/Athletics Complex (FAAC)
Wiley G. Thomas Coliseum

Fine Arts

Free Lifetime admission to BISD cultural events (e.g., musicals, plays, etc.) at all BISD schools and the BISD FAAC.

(Front of card: As a senior citizen (age 65+) residing within the boundaries of the Birdville Independent School District, is entitled to FREE lifetime General Admission to BISD school athletics and cultural events as indicated on the back of this card. Signed by Dr. Gayle Stinson, Superintendent.

Back of card: Platinum Advantage Card Benefits 1. Cardholder is entitled to General Admission for athletics events held at the following locations: *Birdville ISD school gymnasiums, Birdville Stadium, BISD Fine Arts/Athletics Complex, Wiley G. Thomas Coliseum 2. Cardholder is entitled to admission to BISD cultural events (e.g., musicals, plays) at all BISD schools and the BISD Fine Arts/Athletics complex. Birdville ISD | 8555 Airport Freeway, North Richland Hills, Texas 76180)

Eligibility:

Age 65 +
Resides within the boundaries of the Birdville Independent School District

What To Do:

Senior citizens, themselves, have to go to the lobby of the BISD Administration Building
8555 Airport Freeway, North Richland Hills, Texas 76180
817-547-5700

Lobby Hours: Monday-Friday 8 A.M. – 4 P.M.

They must show their driver’s license to prove age and residence. If they do not have a driver's license, they will need to show some type of legal proof of age and proof of residence within the School District.

BISD will make the cards for the seniors while they wait.

Hall of Honor

Information on the Hall of Honor

Information on the Hall of Honor

Purpose

The Athletic Hall of Honor Banquet was established to recognize members of the Birdville Independent School District’s family who have distinguished themselves as outstanding contributors to Birdville athletics, and possibly beyond, instilling a continuing commitment to and the promotion of the beliefs that BISD values.

Criteria for Athlete

Athletic participation at one of our three high schools in Birdville ISD.
Must have been out of high school for at least 5 years.
While athletic achievement is of prime importance, attainment of Birdville ISD virtues during high school and post high school years will be taken into consideration.
Other factors to consider: individual and team accomplishments and balance among sports and time periods.
Nominees in the Hall of Honor shall have an equal opportunity for admission without discrimination based on their race, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, ability, or disability.

Criteria for Coach

Must have made a significant contribution to Birdville ISD athletics and have implemented the BISD beliefs in their life
Must have been out of coaching in BISD for at least 5 years
Other factors to consider: longevity, honors, peer recognition, balance among sports, and team accomplishments
Nominees in the Hall of Honor shall have an equal opportunity for admission without discrimination based on their race, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, ability, or disability

Criteria for Team

Must have made a significant contribution to Birdville ISD athletics
Must have been out of high school for at least 5 years.
Nominees in the Hall of Honor shall have an equal opportunity for admission without discrimination based on their race, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, ability, or disability.

Complete Hall of Honor Nomination Form Contact Athletics Department