Battle of the ‘hoods

WORLD CUP
FAMILY FIELD DAY

Our community event celebrates Del Valle & Southeast Austin families through friendly competition. Battle of the Hoods is a key part of raising funds to support EPSA scholarships to ensure no child is turned away from programming. This is a time to build community pride and make connections with our families and students! The World Cup theme will enable us to celebrate the game, learn skills, and dive into the culture.

Get your game faces on and your spirit sticks ready—we’ll see you on the pitch!

Saturday, April 11th
9AM-12PM
Skyline Park in Easton Park

7800 Apogee Blvd, Austin, TX 78744

Rep your 'hood, school or local group

Compete, connect, and celebrate through games, family-friendly activities, and community spirit. Think obstacle courses, relay races, and team challenges for kids ages 5-12—plus music, food, and fun for all ages!

Sign up with a team of 5-8 players (ages 5-12) and select an adult team captain to guide you to victory. OR sign up as an individual and we’ll match you to a team. At the event, participants will receive a 2026 Battle of the Hoods drawstring swag bag and t-shirt. Each team will also be competing for team prizes, captain prizes, and bragging rights!

Sign Up With Team: $15/player
Sign Up As Individual: $20/player

Sign up to compete — and you’re automatically entered to WIN prizes + raffles!

🏆 Team Captains win prizes too!

Let the games begin

Team Registration

Already have your roster of 5-8 friends? Fill out the form to complete your team's registration! • $15

Individual Registration

Signing up solo? If you don't have a team, fill out the form and we will place your child on one! • $20

Fan Zone

Not competing but still ready for fun? RSVP to enjoy all the free activities — including:

  • Giveaways & Raffles

  • Fan Spirit Swag

  • Games, Bounce House, Music

  • End with splash pad + FOAM PARTY!

Local love

Thank you to all of the sponsors and vendors that are participating in our event. Your support helps to make our community thrive!

FAQs

  • You do not have to enter a team if not wanting to compete in the games. The event is FREE to attend, but you must RSVP which gives you access to free giveaways, swag bags and an entry into a big prize raffle! Come out and enjoy our vendors and activations while supporting your community’s competing teams. 

  • Appoint an adult to be a team captain. Find 5-8 kids around the same age to be on the team. The team captain will register the team and then send each teammate’s parents the link for them to complete registration.

  • We’ll incorporate a variety of games to keep everyone engaged.

    • Agility: Obstacles galore!

    • Soccer: Dribble, shoot, pass, and learn about the World Cup!

    • Relays: Your old school field day games: sack races, 3-legged race, etc…

    • Leadership: Games that rely on teamwork: blindfolded mazes, human knots & other communication building team games!

  • Raffle Prizes, Foam Party, Splash Pad, Bounce House, Music Corner, Fan Zone

  • Team Captains will initiate the team's registration and be in charge of holding on to their team's scorecard on the day of the event. They will be responsible for moving their team around the day of the event, providing guidance and encouragement, and keeping spirits high!

    BONUS: Winning team captains also get their own prize!

  • 9am: Opening Ceremonies & Warm Up
    9:30am-11:30am: Teams will rotate throughout the World Cup Village
    11:30am-12:00pm: Closing Ceremonies

  • Absolutely! Winning teams in each age bracket will receive a prize, as well as the captain for their team.

    We also have raffles prize opportunities and giveaway swag for everyone in attendance (must RSVP to enter)!

  • We love community partners and there are a variety of ways to get involved! For more information, send us an email at hello@epsportsacademy.com to connect with our Community Team!

Rooted in community, powered by play

EPSA is committed to cultivating relationships by being a central hub for community athletics, fostering physical and social well-being. By presenting this event, EPSA merges wellness, connection, and community pride.