Monthly News & Updates

March 2025 | Vol. 35

- Empowering The Heart of Central Texas through Sport -


GWSC Welcomes New Board Members


This past month, the Greater Waco Sports Commission welcomed three new members to our board; Oluwarotimi Adesina, Clay Fuller, and D.L. Wilson.

Oluwarotimi Adesina


Dr. Adesina is an orthopedic sports medicine specialist at Ascension Providence in Waco. He collaborates with patients to create personalized care plans and is part of a national network of orthopedic experts. Dr. Adesina has a special interest in concussion management for children and adolescents and works with families to ensure safe returns to sports. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with loved ones, watching sports, and traveling.


Clay Fuller


Clay joined Coldwell Banker in 2021 and has 10 years of management and real estate experience working in private equity and commercial brokerage. His practice includes transactional management, tenant representation, landlord leasing and investment sales. He played six years of professional baseball with the Los Angeles Angels before joining the Baylor football team in 2011, where he contributed to two Big 12 Championship teams and earned a B.A. in Real Estate. 

D.L. Wilson


D.L. began his career with TxDOT, then transitioned to law enforcement, serving with the McLennan County Sheriff's Office before becoming a State Trooper with the Texas Department of Public Safety. After retiring from DPS, he became Chief of Police for Riesel ISD. Now D.L. serves are the Precint 2 Commissioner. A devoted Christian, he cherishes his wife Mary, their two kids, and their four grandchildren. His faith and family are the foundation of his service to Precinct 2 and beyond.

Waco Trivia: What year did Baylor join the Big 12 Athletic Conference? (See below for the answer!)

Waco Highlights

Battle of the Badges


On February 8th, over 300 people toed the line of the Battle of the Badges for a 1 mile, 5K, or half marathon race beginning at Waco Fire Station 1. Participants had the unique oppurtunity to support either Waco Fire or Waco Police in a friendly competition supporting the two. View the results to find out who won!


GWSC Volunteer Oppurtunities


Waco Sports has multiple spring events that we need your help with! We are seeking volunteers for Unbound Now's Light Up the Dark 5K Presented By Chick-fil-A happening on April 12th and for the Baylor University 3V3 Basketball Tournament taking place on April 25th. You can register and find more information on our volunteer page.


Mike's Message

Executive Director,

Greater Waco Sports Commission

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March Madness is here, and we're cranking up the excitement in Waco also with our Corporate Cup and the Charity Challenge: Presented by TFNB Your Bank for Life!



The Corporate Cup is all about team spirit, competitiveness, and pure fun, while our Charity Challenge (March 1st - May 16th) gives your team the chance to earn extra points by volunteering or donating to six outstanding nonprofits:



It's your opportunity to support these vital organizations, score big for your team, and grab those bragging rights 🏆💪.


If your employer hasn’t signed up for the Corporate Cup yet, let them know you’re ready to play—spots are filling up fast! Learn more here. Let's channel the energy of March Madness and make a powerful impact in our community!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

March Mayhem Volleyball Tournament

March 29th-30th, 2025

On March 29th, 2025, the BASE Events Center will host the annual March Mayhem, bringing together 120 teams from across Central and North Texas. The event will kick off at 8 AM on Saturday with pool games. Sunday will feature bracket play, with teams advancing through elimination rounds toward the championship. With fast-paced matches and intense competition, March Mayhem promises to be an exciting weekend for players, coaches, and spectators alike.

View Schedule Here

Unbound Now's Light Up The Dark 5K Presented By Chick-fil-A

April 12th, 2025

It's not too late to register for Unbound Now's Light Up the Dark 5K Presented By Chick-fil-A! This glow in the dark 5K will be hosted at Cameron Park Zoo on April 12th, 2025. Unbound Now is an organization dedicated to combating human trafficking. This family-friendly event supports crucial programs that support survivors and resources the community to end human trafficking. Register for the race below or check out our volunteer page and help make this event a success.

Register Here

A Word from Dr. Adesina​


Ulnar collateral ligament injuries


Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tears are increasingly common in athletes involved in overhead sports like baseball, gymnastics, and tennis. The UCL, located on the inner side of the elbow, stabilizes the joint during throwing motions. Repetitive stress, especially from high-velocity pitching, can lead to microtears, partial tears, or complete ruptures.


Symptoms of a UCL tear include medial elbow pain, decreased throwing velocity, and instability in the elbow. Athletes may also experience a “popping” sensation at the time of injury. Diagnosis involves a combination of physical examination, valgus stress testing, and advanced imaging techniques such as MRI.


Treatment depends on the severity of the injury. Partial tears often can respond to conservative management, including rest, physical therapy, and activity modification. In severe cases, particularly for young athletes aiming to return to high-level competition, surgical intervention such as UCL reconstruction (Tommy John surgery) may be required. 


Preventative measures, including pitch count limits and proper throwing mechanics, are crucial in reducing injury risk. Most athletes recover fully and can return to sports. However, long-term follow-up is essential to monitor for complications like elbow instability or chronic pain.



For appointments, click or please call 254-752-9638

Trivia Answer: 1996

Other Events:


WACO TABLE TENNIS SEMI-ANNUAL TOURNAMENT

(03/01/25)


MARCH MAYHEM VOLLEYBALL

(03/29/25 - 03/30/25)


UNBOUND NOW'S LIGHT UP THE DARK 5K PRESENTED BY CHICK-FIL-A

(04/12/2025)


INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT OF TEXAS

(04/18/2025 - 04/20/2025)


MISSION WACO MISSION WORLD RACE ONE

(04/26/2025)


NCAA TEAM MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS

(05/16/25 - 05/19/25)


WACO POLICE MEMORIAL 5K

(05/17/2025)


BADASS TEXAS HALF MARATHON, 10K & 5K

(05/25/25)


WACO SPORTS CORPORATE CUP PRESENTED BY ASCENSION PROVIDENCE

(06/07/2025)


*For more events check out our Full Calendar


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