When you step onto the field at Alexander Durley Stadium, you aren't just at a football camp; you are standing on one of the most storied athletic grounds in the country. Since opening in 1971, this stadium has been the heartbeat of Texas Southern University athletics—a place where Olympians were forged and NFL legends cut their teeth.
Hosting the Cris Dishman Football Camps at Durley Stadium isn't a coincidence. We chose this venue because we want our campers to be inspired by the "Tiger Grit" that defines this campus.
Walk in the Footsteps of HBCU Greats
Durley Stadium is named after the legendary Alexander Durley, who led the Tigers to over 100 wins and established TSU as a national football powerhouse. This is the same ground where NFL greats like Michael Strahan and Kenny Burrough built their foundations.
By training here, your athlete is participating in a "Collegiate Preview." They get to experience:
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Division I Facilities: High-grade turf and professional-level training equipment.
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The "Field House" Atmosphere: Checking in at the Athletic Training Center gives kids a taste of what "Report Day" feels like for a college player.
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A Tradition of Speed: Durley Stadium is world-renowned for track and field excellence, having hosted the historic TSU Relays and produced 16 Olympic Gold Medalists. Speed is in the soil here.
The "Tiger Grit" Environment
At TSU, we talk about "Grit" as more than just a word—it’s a lifestyle. It’s the ability to perform under the Houston sun, in front of the Third Ward community, with a standard of excellence that never wavers.
We want every camper to look at the TSU skyline and realize that a path to a college education and an elite athletic career is right here in their backyard.
A Pro-Level Masterclass
By using the same fields where Coach Cris Dishman leads the TSU Tigers during the season, we provide an environment that automatically raises the level of play.
- The Drills: We utilize the full width of the stadium for high-repetition, space-focused drills.
- The Mentorship: Our coaches aren't just visitors; this is their home. They treat every camper like a potential future Tiger, demanding the focus and intensity required at the DI level.
"Durley Stadium isn't just where we play; it's where we work. When these kids leave our camp, they won't just leave with better skills—they'll leave with the pride of being trained by some of the most experienced and technically sound coaches in college football." — Coach Cris Dishman
