The TXSAT Evaluator Certification Program provides a structured, competency‑based training pathway for individuals supporting statewide athletic testing. Training emphasizes accuracy, consistency, and professional readiness across all evaluator levels.

Core Principle:

Certified evaluators must demonstrate the knowledge, skill, and professionalism required to support TXSAT events, evaluations, and athlete assessments with precision and consistency.

The program is delivered through a combination of online instruction, hands‑on technical training, and supervised field experience. Each level builds the evaluator’s technical proficiency, understanding of standardized measurement, and ability to operate within TXSAT and 5 Star Youth Ranking protocols.

1. Who Needs Certification? 

TXSAT certification is required for:

• Measure Up! operators (must be at least Eval. I)

• Speed Stage timing operators (must be at least Eval. II)

• Check‑in and athlete flow staff = (must be at least Eval. I)

• On‑field evaluators- (must be at least Eval. III)

• Volunteer evaluators - (must be at least Eval. I)

Coaches, parents, and school staff do not need certification unless they want to work as official TXSAT evaluators.

Evaluator I — Biometrics Technician

Measure Up! Specialist

What you’ll learn:

• How to accurately measure height, weight, wingspan, and hand span

• Why each biometric matters in athletic performance

• How biometrics relate to leverage, reach, power, and position profiles

• Why TXSAT uses standardized equipment

• Why precision is essential in athlete analytics

• Introduction to Zybek timing philosophy

What you’ll do:

• Operate Measure Up! stations

• Ensure accuracy and consistency

• Help athletes understand the meaning of their metrics

Training: ~1 week (online modules + guided practice)

Evaluator II — Speed Technician

Zybek Timing & Movement Technician

What you’ll learn:

• How Zybek timing systems work

• Why Zybek is the industry standard

• How to set up, align, and troubleshoot timing gates

• Biomechanics of acceleration, change of direction, and max velocity

• How to interpret:

  • 10‑yard split

  • 40‑yard dash

  • L‑Drill

  • 5‑10‑5

  • Vertical Jump

  • Broad Jump

• Athlete flow and safety

• Data integrity

What you’ll do:

• Operate Speed Stage stations

• Maintain timing accuracy

• Support athlete flow and safety

Training: ~1 week (online + hands‑on)

Evaluator III — Lead Technician

Station Leader & Video Analyst

What you’ll learn:

• How to capture, tag, and analyze athlete movement on video

• How to identify mechanical strengths and inefficiencies

• How to lead station teams

• How to manage timing, flow, and troubleshooting

• How to communicate with the TXSAT Operations Lead

What you’ll do:

• Lead a testing station

• Perform video analysis

• Supervise Evaluator I & II technicians

Training: 1 week + live event shadowing

⭐ Evaluator IV — Analyst

In‑Person Athlete Evaluation Specialist

What you’ll learn:

• Full in‑person athlete evaluation methodology

• How to combine biometrics, speed metrics, and video

• How to score athletes using TXSAT’s evaluation framework

• How to deliver athlete feedback

• How to evaluate athletes at:

  • events

  • games

  • practices

  • schools

• How to produce written and video‑based reports

What you’ll do:

• Conduct athlete evaluations assigned by 5 Star Youth Ranking

• Provide add‑on evaluation services

• Support school and game‑day evaluations

Training: Multi‑week modules + evaluation labs

Evaluator V — Master Evaluator

Event Operations & High‑Level Leadership

What you’ll learn:

• Full event operations

• Athlete flow management

• Data integrity and quality control

• Safety protocols

• Leadership and evaluator development

• Communication with TXSAT Operations Lead

• How to oversee entire event zones

What you’ll do:

• Lead major event zones

• Manage evaluator teams

• Ensure data accuracy

• Train new evaluators

• Serve as senior leadership at TXSAT events

Training: Advanced modules + multi‑event apprenticeship

What You Earn as a Certified Evaluator

1. TXSAT/5 Star Digital Credential

• Level I–V badge

• Scannable and verifiable

• Recognized statewide

2. Placement in the TXSAT Evaluator Workforce

Eligible for paid assignments, including:

• Measure Up!

• Speed Stage

• School evaluations

• Game evaluations

• Private athlete evaluations

• Camps and clinics

• Add‑on services

3. A Professional Pathway

A clear ladder for advancement:

Evaluator I/Biometrics Technician  → II → III → IV → Evaluator V/Master Evaluator

4. Priority Access to Paid Work

Certified evaluators become the official workforce for TXSAT and 5 Star Youth Ranking.

5. Continuing Education

Ongoing development in:

• biomechanics

• movement science

• data interpretation

• video analysis

• leadership

How to Get Started

Step 1 — Contact 5 Star Youth Ranking

Email: 5staryouthranking@txsat.org  

Call: (512) 500‑0334

You’ll receive:

• The Evaluator Interest Form

• The Level I training schedule

• Access to the online learning portal

Step 2 — Complete Level I Online Modules

Learn the science, purpose, and relevance behind TXSAT biometrics and standardized measurement.

Step 3 — Hands‑On Training + Live Shadowing

After completing the online modules, you’ll attend an in‑person session where you will:

• Use real TXSAT and Zybek equipment

• Learn station setup and athlete flow

• Shadow certified evaluators during live testing

• See how stations operate in real time

This combined session prepares you for certification and real event work.

Step 4 — Receive Your Certification Badge

Once approved, you’ll receive your official TXSAT/5 Star digital credential and be added to the Evaluator Roster.

You’ll then be eligible for paid assignments at events, schools, games, and private evaluations.

Certification Is Free — Until August 31, 2026.

TXSAT is offering free certification for a limited time.

To qualify for free certification:

• You must complete your certification on or before July 31

• Free access applies to all levels (I–V)

• Free access is limited to the first 6 evaluators in each city (Austin & Houston)