Colleyville in Tarrant County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Texas Public School Gymnastics Program
Two University of Texas graduates, local athletic coaches, took on the challenge of selling the idea to Northeast Tarrant County schools. Success came in 1965. As Sokol members and Colleyville citizens spread the word, other schools implemented similar programs.
Thanks to the dedication of the Tirk family, Tony served as a Sokol club officer for 12 yerars and dedicated his life to promoting school gymnastics. Today Texas is recognized nationally for its outstanding gymnastic programs.
Erected by City of Colleyville.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1924.
Location. 32° 54.266′ N, 97° 9.332′ W. Marker is in Colleyville, Texas, in Tarrant County. Marker is at the intersection of Pleasant Run Road and McDonwell School Road on Pleasant Run Road. Marker is located in the grassy area in front of the concession stand at Pleasant Run Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 6603 Pleasant Run Rd, Colleyville TX 76034, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Alholm/Tirk Pond (approx. 0.4 miles away); Pleasant Run Baptist Church (approx. half a mile away); Bransford Depot (approx. 0.6 miles away); Felps Berry Farm (approx. 0.6 miles away); Bransford (approx. 0.7 miles away); Webb House (approx. 0.7 miles away); The "Rock House" (approx. 0.9 miles away); Dunn/Tirk Log Barn (approx. 0.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Colleyville.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 13, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 12, 2023, by Morgan Petermann of Irving, Texas. This page has been viewed 67 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 12, 2023, by Morgan Petermann of Irving, Texas. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.