McAllen, Texas Celebrates Over 15 Years Hosting TYFA Spring Bowl, Generating $12.3 Million in Economic Impact

McAllen, TX — McAllen proudly continues its tradition of hosting the Texas Youth Football Association’s (TYFA) annual Spring Bowl, a premier youth sports event that underscores over 15 years of strong partnership and community engagement. This longstanding collaboration between TYFA, Visit McAllen, the McAllen Parks & Recreation Department, and the city’s hospitality industry highlights McAllen’s dedication to youth sports and its vibrant, family-friendly environment.

Over the past decade, the TYFA Spring Bowl has expanded significantly, and this year McAllen is thrilled to welcome more than 4,000 athletes, families, and fans from across Texas.

This growth is not just a point of pride—it’s also a powerful economic engine. The TYFA Spring Bowl has generated more than $12.3 million in economic impact for the city over its run, benefiting local hotels, restaurants, and businesses while reinforcing McAllen’s reputation as a premier sports tourism destination.

“The TYFA Spring Bowl highlights McAllen’s strengths as a welcoming and dynamic host city,” said Leigh Wooldridge, Vice President of Visit McAllen. “We are incredibly proud of the $12.3 million economic impact this event has brought to our city, and we look forward to continuing to welcome athletes and their families to experience all that McAllen has to offer.”

“For over a decade, the City of McAllen has been an incredible partner and host for the TYFA Spring Bowl. The facilities here are top-tier and provide the perfect stage for our athletes to shine. We’re truly grateful for the continued support—it’s more than just an event, it’s an opportunity to showcase the heart, talent, and dedication of our league and its players.”
— Brian Morgan, President, Texas Youth Football Association (TYFA)

“Events like the TYFA Spring Bowl are vital to our local economy,” said Francy Jones, Chair Elect of McAllen Chamber Board. “They bring thousands of visitors to our city, filling our hotels, dining in our restaurants, and shopping at our small businesses. The energy and revenue these tournaments generate help sustain McAllen’s vibrant hospitality scene and support the growth of our local community.”

As McAllen continues to strengthen community partnerships and enhance the overall visitor experience, the city remains a proud and prepared host—ready to welcome even more young athletes and their families in the years to come.