HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — On Wednesday, Harlingen City Commissioners recognized several local amateur athletes who won state medals in Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (T.A.A.F) 2024 Summer Games of Texas.
Over 100 local athletes represented the Harlingen Parks & Recreation Department this summer at various meets around the Valley to qualify as finalists and compete in the Games of Texas hosted in Brownsville.
A total of seven athletes competed and earned medals in various track and field events during the state finals from July 25 to the 28. These young athletes competed against others from around the state of Texas to have the chance to medal in their sport.