Athletic Department Administration
Event Scheduling Note: All questions regarding scheduling of athletics events at The Waco ISD fields should be referred to the District Athletic Office at (254) 715-7551 or via email at edwin.trochim@wacoisd.org.
Assistant Athletics Director
Rodney Smith
Phone: (254) 745-2250 Ext: 2803
Email: rodney.smith@wacoisd.org
Athletics Coordinator / PE
Joann Hughes
Phone: (254) 745-2250 Ext: 2086
Email: joann.hughes@wacoisd.org
Athletics Bookkeeper
Christine Espinosa
Phone: (254) 745-2250 Ext: 2802
Administrative Assistant
Donna Harris
Phone: (254) 745-2250 Ext: 2800
Email: donna.harris@wacoisd.org
School Athletic Administration
High Schools
University High School
Campus Principal: Qunisha Johnson ((254) 756-1843)
Boys Athletics Coordinator: Charles Foster ((254) 756-1843)
Girls Athletics Coordinator: Karen Ramirez ((254) 756-1843)
Athletics Secretary: Linda Milam ((254) 412-3366)
Waco High School
Campus Principal: Joseph Alexander ((254) 776-1150)
Boys Athletics Coordinator: Esrom Martinez ((254) 776-1150 Ext: 8508)
Girls Athletics Coordinator: Chasitiy Hyder ((254) 776-1150 Ext: 7403)
Athletics Secretary: Azurea Thibodeaux ((254) 776-1150 Ext: 7230)
Middle Schools
Cesar Chavez Middle School
Principal: Lena Ortiz ((254) 750-3736)
Boys Coordinator: Daylen Sauls ((254) 750-3736)
Girls Coordinator: Tamariah Cleveland ((254) 750-3736)
Carver Middle School
Principal: Bamma Moore ((254) 757-0787)
Boys Coordinator: Terrance Zachary ((254) 757-0787)
Girls Coordinator: Hiya Gilliam ((254) 757-0787)
Tennyson Middle School
Principal: Monica Green ((254) 772-1440)
Boys Coordinator: Lucious Cotton ((254) 772-1440)
Girls Coordinator: Driana Taylor ((254) 772-1440)
Stadium Information & Features
Seating & Capacity
- Total Capacity: 11,500
- Home Side: 6,500 (940 chair back seats)
- Visitor Side: 5,000
- Wheelchair accessibility and viewing available on both home and visitor sides.
Playing Surface & Field
- Surface: FIELD TURF artificial playing surface with drainage system.
- Sideline passes required for individuals not in uniform.
- WISD provides benches, tables, coolers, and sideline cooling systems.
- Visiting teams held responsible for damages to the playing field.
Press Box Features
- 10,042 sq. ft. across 3 levels with elevator access.
- 3rd Floor: Media and scout seating (32 seats); Home & Visitor Coaches booths (9 coaches each).
- 4th Floor: Team video balcony; VIP / Guest booth (25 seats).
- Opens to coaches 2 hours prior to game time. Admittance by pass only.
Scoreboard, Audio & Amenities
- Video Display: 25’ x 44’ 15HD video display & high definition scoreboard (480 x 864).
- Wireless referee and field microphones; state-of-the-art sound system.
- Restrooms: 4 facilities at concession stands in each corner (NSEW) with handicap & family options.
- Dressing Rooms: 80 locker stalls on Home & Visitor sides with separate coaches' offices.
Clear Bag Policy
Enforced at all Waco ISD Athletic Facilities for public safety and security.
✔ Allowable Bags (One Per Person)
- Clear bags not exceeding 12" x 6" x 12".
- Up to a 1-gallon clear resealable plastic storage bag.
- Clear plastic backpack with student ID.
- Small clutch bags or purses (with/without strap) not exceeding 4.5" x 6.5" (do not have to be clear).
- Maximum logo imprint on clear bags: 4.5" tall x 3.4" wide.
✖ Non-Permitted Bags
- Backpacks & Printed Pattern Plastic Bags
- Fanny Packs, Purses & Reusable Grocery Bags
- Duffel Bags, Large Totes & Camera Cases
- Diaper Bags & Solid Color Cinch Bags
- Colored Plastic Storage Bags
General Facility Rules & Prohibitions
Strictly Prohibited Inside & Outside Stadium:
- Firearms, weapons, alcoholic beverages, and controlled substances.
- Tobacco products, e-cigarettes, and vapes.
- Outside food, drinks, coolers, and glass containers.
- Gum, sunflower seeds, nuts, and candy-colored drinks on the playing field.
- Confetti, baby powder, or items requiring detailed clean-up.
- Loud noisemakers (cannons, train horns, whistles, cow bells) and unapproved sound systems.
- Open flames, space heaters, gas generators, smoke grenades, or pyrotechnics.
Ticketing & Entry Policies
- Gates Open: 1 hour prior to game time. Home gates on North & West sides; Visitor gates on South & East sides.
- Purchasing: All tickets sold online via the Athletic Website or at the gate with Credit Card only (No Cash).
- Re-entry: No in/out privileges allowed. A new ticket must be purchased to re-enter. No refunds or exchanges.
- Spectator Rules: Spectators must remain in stands; no loitering in aisles or crossing to the opponent's side.
Playoff Games Information
Waco ISD Provides
- Police, security, stadium manager, ticket takers & gate keepers.
- Announcer, spotter, chain crew, and scoreboard operators.
- Press box elevator attendants & greeters on each floor.
- Dressing rooms for each team & financial report within 10 working days.
- Field passes (10 Tunnel Crew, 10 Press Box VIP, 25 Field Access).
Competing Schools Responsibilities
- Secure game officials.
- Review, sign, and return playoff agreement.
- Email Waco ISD Athletics the list of Press Box Personnel.
- Email copy of approved passes (THSCA, district passes, etc.).
- Email team roster prior to game day to edwin.trochim@wacoisd.org.
Stadium Parking & Map Info
The stadium features 2,000 parking spaces. Additional overflow parking is located at the baseball parking areas.
- Home Team Parking: Located on the West side of the stadium.
- Visitor Parking: Located on the East side of the stadium along Bagby Ave.
- Pass & Handicap Parking: Located on the North/East stadium perimeter.
- Bus Parking: Dedicated parking available for home/visiting teams and support groups.
- Entrances: North, South, East, West entry points along South New Road and Bagby Ave.