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JULY/AUGUST 2018 VOL. 8 NO. 4
Convention Preview
includes deadlines and
important information
CONVENTION FEES
Register early to take advantage of
discounted Convention Fees.
From 7/1 to 7/31 – $15
From 8/1 to 10/31 – $30
From 11/1 to 12/10 – $40
At Convention – $60
DEADLINES
December 3 – Housing Closes
December 10 – Preregistration Closes
REGISTRATION PACKETS WILL NO LONGER BE MAILED.
Register online at AFCA.com or fill out the membership application
on the inside back cover and mail it to the AFCA office.
Any submissions after December 10 must be made on site
at the Convention at higher fees and ticket prices.
For the most current information, visit AFCA.com or follow us on social media.
Photo: visitsanantonio.com
Join us in the Alamo City
THE ALAMO missions. The city also has the oldest active
cathedral sanctuary in the U.S.
San Antonio has been a colony of Spain,
a territory of Mexico, a part of the Republic of THE FOOD
Texas and finally a state in the United States.
Relics and tales from this iconic past linger Authentic Tex-Mex is a must for any trip
along the city streets. to San Antonio. The cuisine is ever-present
throughout restaurant and family cocinas,
Originally colonized by Spain, San Antonio yet San Antonio extends well beyond the
has five beautifully preserved Spanish colonial enchilada. Generational recipes are still being
missions including The Alamo, the location of passed down, while innovative dishes are
a famed battle for Texas independence. popping up with speed and passion.
La Villita Historic Arts Village, a small village THE CULTURE
that housed Spanish soldiers stationed at The
Alamo, is full of life and commerce. Many visitors to San Antonio are surprised
to learn that the city has German roots. As
THE HISTORY you explore downtown, you’ll see businesses
with German names, find buildings featuring
San Antonio has the largest collection German architecture and maybe even hear
of Spanish colonial architecture in North polka music. At one point, street signs were
America, designated a UNESCO World written in three languages: English, German
Heritage Site, that includes five 18th century and Spanish.
REGISTRATION
If you are attending the Convention, dues, ONLINE PREREGISTRATION
fees, and ticket requests not received by Your AFCA membership application or
December 10 will be processed on site at renewal, Convention fee, and ticket purchases
higher Convention fees and ticket prices. may be completed on the AFCA website
at www.AFCA.com. Please assist the AFCA
DEADLINES staff by prepaying your membership dues
Housing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . December 3, 2018 and Convention fee by the December 10
Preregistration. . . . . . . . December 10, 2018 deadline. PICK UP YOUR CREDENTIALS AT
REGISTRATION IN EXHIBIT HALL 2.
MEMBERSHIP DUES (All fees in USD)
FBS Head Coaches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200
FBS Assistant Coaches (countable) . . . $100
FBS Other Coaches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150
FCS, DII, DIII, NAIA, JUCO, HS. . . . . . . . . . . $60
Pro, CFL, Arena, Pro Scouts. . . . . . . . . . . . $60 QUICKPASS
Not currently coaching this season . . . $200 The Quick Pass will allow you to scan your
International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100 Quick Pass ID and register in the most efficient
Other. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 way. Provided your dues and fee payment
For full membership criteria, email meet the December 10 deadline, your
membership@afca.com Quick Pass will be emailed to you before the
Convention (after Christmas).
CONVENTION FEE The Quick Pass can also be accessed on
All coaches attending the Convention will the membership portal (after Christmas).
be required to pay a Convention fee. Board If you have not paid your dues or
Members and Life Members are exempt from Convention fee by the deadline, you must
this fee. The fee is based upon the received register on site according to your coaching
date or postage date of the payment. level. This is a slower process than the
July 1 – July 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 Quick Pass, so pay on time and keep your
August 1 – October 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30 information up to date at www.AFCA.com.
November 1 – December 10. . . . . . . . . . $40
At Convention. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60
REGISTRATION HOURS
Registration will be in Exhibit Hall 2 in the
Henry B. González Convention Center. Life
Members may register any time through
the Life Member Line in the Quick Pass area
during registration hours.
Sunday, January 6 . . . . . . . . 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Monday, January 7. . . . . . . . 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday, January 8. . . . . . . . . . 9:00 am – Noon
THE AFCA CONVENTION IS A
CLOSED CONVENTION.
CREDENTIALS ARE REQUIRED
FOR ALL ATTENDEES. Photo: visitsanantonio.com
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS It has come to our attention that
unauthorized housing companies have been
Visit www.mcisemi.com/afca2019 to contacting AFCA exhibitors and attendees
make your housing reservations. We strongly and identifying themselves as being affiliated
encourage you to make your housing with the AFCA.
reservations immediately. Housing closes
December 3. The AFCA has NO AFFILIATION with these
organizations and in no way endorses their
Need help? Call toll-free US/Canada services. In fact, we have had reports from
(877) 557-5338, International (972) 349-5863, other groups that many of these companies
Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 6:30 pm are scamming attendees by tacking on
CST or email afca@mcievents.com.
undisclosed service charges, failing to make
paid for reservations, and other questionable
business practices.
AFCA HOTEL RESERVATION ALERT
Please note that the AFCA does not
MCI USA (formerly Wyndham Jade) is provide them with any contact information.
the sole official housing agent for the AFCA.
If you receive a phone call or email
Support the AFCA by staying in hotels
from any company or any other travel
within the contracted block found on the
service that is not the AFCA Official
MCI USA and AFCA websites. Should you
Housing Agent, DO NOT RESPOND!
have questions about booking your hotel
reservations, please feel free to contact Please report any unauthorized housing
MCI USA at (877) 557-5338 or email afca@ and travel solicitations to AFCA Housing at
mcievents.com. afca@mcievents.com.
Photo: visitsanantonio.com, Bob Howen
2019 OFFICIAL AFCA
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HOTEL CHOICES
For questions or to request
a suite, contact MCI USA 4
(formerly Wyndham Jade): 7 5
Email: afca@mcievents.com 6
2 1
Phone/Questions:
877-557-5338 (U.S./ Canada)
972-349-5863 (International)
Mon-Fri, 8:00 am - 6:30 pm CST
A ONE NIGHT’S ROOM AND TAX DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED when making your hotel reservation. These fees will be processed
when your reservations are confirmed. Payments by credit card are subject to a one-time, non-refundable $4 processing fee.
If you prefer to pay by check, enclose payment for one night’s room and 16.75% tax, for each room requested. Charges will
appear as AFCA Housing on your credit card statement.
1. Grand Hyatt San Antonio center of the action by taking advantage
of the unequaled location in the heart
of Latin and Spanish flavors in both the
menu and the ambiance. All guestrooms
600 East Market Street
Single-Quad $175 + 16.75% tax of dining and entertainment venues are nonsmoking.
The Grand Hyatt offers warm hospitality, surrounding this Riverwalk hotel. Arrival Hotel parking fees: Self - $25; Valet - $35
bold colors and exceptional touches to the Four-Diamond Hyatt is almost
effortless when you use the Express Check-
creating a luxury hotel that is perfect for
In kiosk, and departure is expedited
6. Marriott Riverwalk
every guest. Set amidst a blend of histories 889 East Market Street
and a modern city, this urban retreat has with the exclusive Fast Board and easy
Single-Quad $175 + 16.75% tax
a premier location adjacent to the Henry video checkout. Guestrooms include
Capture the warm heart and authentic
B. González Convention Center and the complimentary Internet access.
culture of San Antonio with a stay at
Riverwalk. Guestrooms include 32-inch Hotel parking fees: Self - $31; Valet - $43
the Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk hotel.
flat-panel TVs with cable channels and Located in the heart of downtown San
complimentary Internet access. Beds 4. La Quinta Inn Riverwalk Antonio, the hotel’s sweeping balcony
include down comforters. MP3 docking 303 Blum views of the Riverwalk are sure to inspire.
stations, complimentary daily newspapers, Single-Quad $152 + 16.75% tax This 30-story hotel welcomes guests into
and in-room safes are provided. All Conveniently located in the heart of a contemporary lobby with a touch of
guestrooms at the Grand Hyatt San downtown, right in the middle of all that Texas flair: chili-red walls, dark-wood trim
Antonio are nonsmoking. San Antonio has to offer, the World-famous and wrought-iron accents. Indulge in your
Hotel parking fees for guests: Self - $20; Riverwalk, historic Alamo and Henry B. choice of a historical, cultural, or culinary
Valet - $25 González Convention Center. You will experience with the rich flavors and
Hotel parking fees for those not staying love the free Bright Side Full, Hot Breakfast intoxicating aromas along the Riverwalk,
in hotel: Self - $29; Valet - $39 Buffet served each morning. There is all just a few steps away. Marriott
something for everyone. Stay connected Riverwalk is across the street from the
2. Hilton Palacio Del Rio with complimentary WIFI, unwind in a full San Antonio Convention Center and just
200 South Alamo Street service 501 Lounge which opens every three blocks from the Alamo, combining
Single-Quad $168 + 16.75% tax evening at 5:01PM, or relax in the large, gracious Marriott service and amenities,
Enjoy a true San Antonio experience resort-style swimming pool and spa. such as high speed Internet access with a
relaxing in your guest room at Hilton Hotel parking fees: Self - $25; Valet - $31 comfortable, casual feel. All guestrooms
Palacio del Rio. Each room features at the Marriott Riverwalk are nonsmoking.
Hotel parking fees: Self - $25; Valet - $35
Spanish décor that reflects the local
area along with a private balcony for
5. Marriott Rivercenter
101 Bowie Street
panoramic views of the city. Pamper
yourself with the Hilton Serenity Collection
Single-Quad $175 + 16.75% tax 7. The Westin Riverwalk
The Marriott Rivercenter hotel on the San 420 West Market Street
bedding while you enjoy a luxurious
Antonio Riverwalk is a magnificent 38-story Single-Quad $159+ 16.75% tax
guest room that features today’s latest
building, offering wonderfully appointed Located on the world famous Riverwalk in
technology - large, plasma high-def
guestrooms. The hotel is conveniently San Antonio, The Westin Riverwalk is in the
televisions, high speed Internet access.
located near many great activities perfect location to relax and recharge.
Each room includes either a king bed or
including shopping at the Rivercenter Enjoy delicious dark chocolates imported
two full beds. All rooms are nonsmoking.
Mall, on-site dining and entertainment, from Venezuela when you check in. The
Hotel parking fee: Self - $20; Valet - $30
and the cultural and historical landmarks guestrooms offer amenities such as The
of San Antonio such as the world famous Westin Heavenly Bed and Heavenly
3. Hyatt Regency San Antonio Alamo. The Marriott Rivercenter is one of Bath products that will leave you feeling
123 Losoya Street the most high-tech hotels on the Riverwalk refreshed and rejuvenated. Enjoy newly
Single-Quad $165 + 16.75% tax with Marriott Plug-In Technology, LCD TVs, renovated guestrooms that are decorated
Experience the heart of the Riverwalk premium cable, and high-speed Internet in a Spanish colonial style. Recharge in the
at Hyatt Regency San Antonio, the only in each guest room. Be sure to check out state-of-the-art WestinWORKOUT® Gym or
San Antonio Riverwalk hotel directly their sizzling restaurant, Sazo’s Latin Grill, relax with a soothing spa service.
overlooking the historic Alamo. Be in the where guests will enjoy a stimulating fusion Hotel parking fees: Valet - $39
GETTING TO SAN ANTONIO $29 per taxi. (Up to 6 may share a cab, if both
luggage and passengers fit safely.)
AIRPORT SHUTTLE
There are a number of hotels in the PARKING
downtown area that provide free shuttle • Grand Hyatt Parking Garage, 600 E.
service to and from the airport. Hotel Market (intersection of Market & Bowie
shuttles are located outside the San Antonio Streets); closest parking to the Convention
International Airport’s (SAT) baggage claim Center and Lila Cockrell Theatre.
area for your convenience. Please contact Rate: $10 first hour, $5 each additional
your hotel of choice to inquire whether they hour, up to $29 maximum per day.
offer courtesy shuttle service. A hotel kiosk
with a courtesy phone is available in the • Convention Center Garage, 850 E.
baggage claim area for passengers to call Commerce (corner of Commerce & Bowie
their hotel for specific arrival or departure Streets); across street from main entrance
times for the shuttle service. We recommend to the Convention Center and Lila Cockrell
advance confirmation of this service with your Theatre. Rates: Daily flat rate: $10; Event flat
hotel of choice. rate: $11.
SuperShuttle will provide airport rides to • Convention Center South Parking,
and from SAT. SuperShuttle service operates 637 S. Tower of the Americas Way
24 hours a day. The counter at SAT is open (corner of TOA Way and Montana Street).
from 8:00 am until midnight (after hours Rates: Mon - Thurs. $3 per hour, Max @ $30;
customers are encouraged to visit www. Fri – Sun. $5 per hour, Max @ $30.
supershuttle.com or contact them via their
• Riverbend Garage, 210 N. Presa (corner
mobile app). SuperShuttle cost from SAT to
of Presa & Market Streets). Rates: Flat Daily
downtown is $15 one way and $28 round trip.
Rate: $16; Event/Weekends: $16-20.
TAXI SERVICE • Tower of Americas Parking, 801 Cesar
Chavez Blvd. Rates: Mon.-Wed. $8/day;
Taxi cabs are available at the outer
Thurs.-Sun. $11/day; Special events: $15.
commercial curbside at Terminal A. For
assistance, please contact the Airport Ground
Transportation employee (wearing a red shirt). AIR AND CAR RENTAL
Fares to San Antonio downtown areas start at Check AFCA.com for partnership discounts.
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COMMITTEES CHAIRMEN
The success of the INFORMATION
AFCA Convention depends Convention Committee
largely on our committee Chairmen and Co-Chairmen
volunteers. should pick up their
Committees assist the registration and committee
AFCA staff throughout packets at the AFCA
the week in areas such Information Booth during
as exhibits, registration, operating hours. If you will
and meal functions, along be unable to attend the
with many other events. Convention, contact Vince
All committee meetings Thompson at (254) 754-
will be held at the Henry 9900 or vince@afca.com;
B. González Convention this will allow another coach
Center. The dates, times, and the opportunity to serve. We
meeting rooms for each Photo: visitsanantonio.com appreciate your leadership!
committee will be listed on
the AFCA website and in the official on-site FIRST TIMERS
Convention program. All prepaid committee
members will register in Exhibit Hall 2 at the For those attending the AFCA Convention
Registration area through the Quick Pass area. for the first time, be sure to include the First
If dues and fee have not been prepaid by Timers’ meeting in your itinerary. The meeting
December 10, committee members will be will take place Sunday, January 6, from 4:00-
sent to the registration lines with the general 5:00 pm, in the Henry B. González Convention
membership. If you have any questions or Center. Coaches who attend the meeting
suggestions regarding your committee, please learn how to navigate the speaking sessions
contact Vince Thompson at vince@afca. in the midst of thousands of attendees at
com. We appreciate you taking the initiative the AFCA Convention. See the official on-site
to serve your association! Convention program for location.
The 35 Under 35 Coaches head coach at Divisions I, II, III,
Leadership Institute is a one- NAIA, JC; or a high school head
day event designed to identify coach.
and train rising leaders in the
game of football and the APPLICATION
coaching profession, and will To apply for the 2019 AFCA/
feature interactive lectures NCAA 35 Under 35 Coaches
on topics that include ethics, Leadership Institute, send an
leadership, NCAA rules, financial email to 35under35@afca.com
management, the hiring with the following information: 2. A high quality video,
process, and athlete safety. • Resume minimum 5 minutes, or
• Five references live instruction, of an
The application process will
• Educational item (choose one): offensive, defensive, or
close July 31, 2018.
1. A 1,600-word article on special teams scheme,
either offense, defense, play/concept or drill. (If
ELIGIBILITY special teams, position selected as a participant,
Applicants must have been specific or coaching your video will be shared
born on or after January 1, 1984, philosophy. Submissions in the AFCA Membership
and be a full-time assistant or must be in PDF format. OR Library.)
TIMELINE
Saturday, January 5 AMERICAN FOOTBALL COACHES WIVES ASSOCIATION
Arrive in San Antonio
Celebrating 30 Years!
Sunday, January 6 The AFCWA Convention is the
Exhibits & Registration (9:00 am - 5:00 pm) most wonderful time of the year!
Skills & Drills It is a time where members from
Committee Meetings all over the country gather to
High School Coaches Academy socialize, brainstorm, and learn.
Kickoff Speaker It’s an event not to be missed.
Buzz Sessions Plan to attend – San Antonio,
January 6-9, 2019.
Monday, January 7
Exhibits & Registration (9:00 am - 5:00 pm) /afcwa @afcwa_org @afcwa
Skills & Drills
Divisional Meetings
www.afcwa.org mail@afcwa.org
Honors Luncheon presented by Amway
General Session
Tailgate Party
Tuesday, January 8
Exhibits & Registration (9:00 am - Noon)
General Session
Breakouts
Club 35 Social
Facebook
Victory Formation Speaker We Are AFCA
American Football Coaches Awards
Wednesday, January 9 Instagram
Chalk Talks @WeAreAFCA
Depart San Antonio
LinkedIn
American Football Coac
hes Association
Twitter
@WeAreAFCA
YouTube
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A UNIQUE ELEMENT IN THE HENRY B. GONZÁLEZ CONVENTION CENTER
In celebration of San Antonio’s hook, his green Mustang purchased with his
Tricentennial, celebrated yearlong in 2018, disability pay, a painkilling pill, and at the
a unique and interesting work of art hangs center, the image of a young woman killed in
in the Henry B. González Convention Center. an accident. Treviño does not remember her
This must-see mural will become part of the name.
Smithsonian exhibition at the close of January “Mi Vida” took years to complete and
2019. was painted directly on the sheetrock of his
Born in Monterrey and raised in San bedroom. In 2000, a local businesswoman
Antonio, Jesse Treviño studied painting at New purchased the home. Despite being told
York’s Art Students League in the 1960s, was by experts and art aficionados that it could
drafted into the Army in 1966, and lost his right not be saved, in 2002, a carpentry team
hand as a result of an explosion during the extracted the 8'x14' mural in an attempt
Vietnam War. Following a two-year recovery to preserve it. The mural was painstakingly
period, Treviño taught himself to paint with his removed from the wall and mounted onto
left hand. “The loss of my hand was painful. canvas. “Mi Vida” comes complete with the
My hand was very dear to me, it was a part of electrical socket that Treviño painted over –
me, but its loss wasn’t the end of me. I was an crooked, as installed.
artist before I lost my hand, and I was an artist
after I lost my hand.”
Treviño created something of a visual Sources:
autobiography in “Mi Vida,” a 1972 painting, https://www.expressnews.com/news/news_columnists/elaine_
ayala/article/A-noted-post-traumatic-painting-will-be-seen-
originally painted directly onto the bedroom again-11162842.php
wall of his rented house in Northwest San https://www.amputee-coalition.org/resources/renowned-artist-
Antonio. The mural many had heard of, but jesse-trevino/
http://www.latinomagazine.com/winter10/critica/art.htm
few had seen, includes images of a Purple https://www.amputee-coalition.org/resources/renowned-artist-
Heart hanging from the artist’s prosthetic jesse-trevino/AFCA-AFCF MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
AND CONVENTION PRE-REGISTRATION
IMPORTANT! The pre-registration deadline is December 10, 2018. Any submissions after that date must be made
on site at the convention at higher fees and ticket prices. Visit www.AFCA.com to submit online.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Membership Status: New Renewing (Member #__________) Send Mail to: Home Address Team/School Address
First Name Nickname
Middle Name Last Name
Home Address
City State Zip Country
Home Phone Cell Phone
Personal E-mail Birthdate (MM/DD/YYYY)
TEAM/SCHOOL INFORMATION
Coaching Status (Check One) Currently Coaching Retired In Transition
Division (Check One) NCAA DI FBS NCAA DI FCS NCAA DII NCAA DIII NAIA JUCO HS PRO
Team/School Name Department
Mailing Address
City State Zip Country
Shipping Address (if different from mailing)
City State Zip Country
Office Phone Direct Phone
Office Fax Office E-mail
Coaching Position Previous Team
MEMBERSHIP AND EVENT CHARGES (All fees in USD)
Price Quantity Amount Membership Dues Convention Fee
Membership Dues (includes AFCF fee) N/A FBS Head Coaches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 7/1 to 7/31. . . . $15
FBS Assistant Coaches (countable). . . . . $100 8/1 to 10/31. . . $30
Foundation Donation N/A
FBS Other Coaches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 11/1 to 12/10. . $40
Convention Fee N/A FCS, DII, DIII, NAIA, JUCO, HS . . . . . . . . . . $60 At Convention. . $60
Honors Luncheon Tickets +
$ 25 Pro, CFL, Arena, Pro Scouts. . . . . . . . . . . . $60 Life Members
Not currently coaching this season. . . . . $200 are Exempt from
+ After Dec. 10, Honors Luncheon Tickets TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
International. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100 Membership Dues
must be purchased on site at $30 each.
& Convention Fees.
Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200
Cash Check: Business School Personal Check #:____________ Make checks payable to AFCA.
Payment
Type Credit Card: Visa MC AmEx Discover Cardholder Name:___________________________________
Card Number:_______________________________________ Expiration Date:____________ CVV:____________
Submission of this form constitutes an agreement for the member to abide by the AFCA Constitution, Bylaws, and Code of Ethics. AFCA
reserves the right to adjust payment amounts if incorrect classification or payment is given. No refund will be given on membership
dues, Convention fee, or tickets.
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