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The Texas State 7on7 Organization is a private organization not associated with either the UIL or the THSCA that promotes the game of football through 7on7 competitions. The governing body for the Organization is comprised of selected coaches from throughout the state of Texas. The State Organization is governed through its Constitution and By-Laws and holds regularly scheduled meetings every January/July in addition to those as directed by the President of the Board.
The State Organization selects the sites plus organizes and administers all state qualifying tournaments that are used to certify representatives to the Texas State Tournament that is held each summer. The Board of Directors are responsible for making rules changes as well as for general communication and interpretations to Texas high schools.
The State Organization selects the sites plus organizes and administers all state qualifying tournaments that are used to certify representatives to the Texas State Tournament that is held each summer. The Board of Directors are responsible for making rules changes as well as for general communication and interpretations to Texas high schools.
State Qualifying Tournaments (SQT's) are held throughout the state. These tournaments are hosted by individuals selected by the Organization's SQT Director. Each SQT follows similar procedures as outlined by the Board of Directors. Teams that place* in an SQT qualify for the State 7on7 Tournament.
* Note: SQT’s range from 8 teams to 32 teams. The size of the SQT determines the number qualifiers. An 8 team SQT qualifies 1; 16 team = 2; etc.
The Texas State 7on7 Tournament is divided into three divisions:
* Note: SQT’s range from 8 teams to 32 teams. The size of the SQT determines the number qualifiers. An 8 team SQT qualifies 1; 16 team = 2; etc.
The Texas State 7on7 Tournament is divided into three divisions:
- Division I consists of teams that compete in 5A or 6A (public) & SPC or TAPPS Division I (private).
- Division II consists of teams that compete 4A & 3A-D1 (public) & all other privates.
- Division III consists of teams that compete in 1A through 3A-D2 (public)
Soft Shell Helmets
For 2019 State Qualifying Tournament play (SQT) the Board of Directors strongly recommends that soft shell helmets be worn. Beginning in 2020, it will be a mandatory requirement for all players to wear a soft shell helmet while participating in an SQT.
At the 2019 Texas 7on7 Championships, teams will be required to wear soft shell helmets. The Board of Directors is currently developing a plan for soft shell helmets to be available for the State Tournament (more information will follow regarding the specifics of this).
To satisfy the soft shell helmet at the 2019 State Tournament and, subsequently the 2020 season, a soft shell helmet must meet the following standards:
Click here to view the most recent Virginia Tech helmet ratings. Select the tab for "cap style". As of 2018 testing, here are the soft shell helmets that currently meet the legal standard set forth by the Board of Directors:
At the 2019 Texas 7on7 Championships, teams will be required to wear soft shell helmets. The Board of Directors is currently developing a plan for soft shell helmets to be available for the State Tournament (more information will follow regarding the specifics of this).
To satisfy the soft shell helmet at the 2019 State Tournament and, subsequently the 2020 season, a soft shell helmet must meet the following standards:
- Must have a Virginia Tech rating of 4 star or higher.
- Must have no metal components.
- Must have no hard-plastic component parts.
- Must have no sharp or hard edges and/or anything that could cause harm to another player.
- Must have a fully functional retention system or chin strap.
Click here to view the most recent Virginia Tech helmet ratings. Select the tab for "cap style". As of 2018 testing, here are the soft shell helmets that currently meet the legal standard set forth by the Board of Directors:
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Virginia Tech helmet ratings (click the tab "cap style")