Certification
To Whom It May Concern,
This letter serves as formal verification that all teams and institutions affiliated with the Southeast Elite High School Athletic League (SEHAL) operate under the governance of TCAL Southeast, a regional division of the Texas Christian Athletic League (TCAL).
Founded in 1991 by Dr. Gilbert Perez, TCAL is a nationally recognized governing body providing oversight for Christian, Catholic, Private, Charter, and Homeschool athletic programs across Texas and other participating states. TCAL operates with integrity, structure, and professionalism—ensuring all affiliated programs meet national compliance, eligibility, and academic accountability standards.
TCAL is honored to be a member of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS), the gold standard for high school athletic programs across the United States. This membership reaffirms our league’s commitment to sportsmanship, fairness, and integrity in all athletic endeavors, and ensures that our student-athletes compete under nationally recognized principles of ethical conduct and competitive excellence.
All SEHAL-affiliated programs:
Operate under the official bylaws and regulatory authority of TCAL Southeast / SEHAL
Adhere to NFHS guidelines regarding eligibility, game rules, and athlete safety
Are managed by league-certified Athletic Directors, Coaches, and Administrators through a structured, transparent leadership model
Verification Summary:
Governing Body: Texas Christian Athletic League (TCAL)
Regional Division: TCAL Southeast
National Membership: National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)
Established: TCAL (1991), SEHAL (2025)
Compliance: All SEHAL athletes and programs are regulated under TCAL’s nationally recognized framework. Should you require additional documentation or direct confirmation, please contact our office at your convenience.
⚠️ Unauthorized Affiliation Warning – SEHAL
The Southeast Elite High School Athletic League (SEHAL) takes brand integrity and league membership enforcement seriously.
If your program is not officially sanctioned by SEHAL, you are strictly prohibited from using or referencing the SEHAL name, logo, or branding on:
Documents
Websites
Social media
Event materials
Uniforms or promotional content
Unauthorized use of SEHAL affiliation or branding will result in immediate legal action. If your program is not listed on the official team roster at www.sehal.net, you are not recognized as an SEHAL member school.
To report unauthorized use or for league membership verification, please contact:
Ben Thomas
SEHAL Head Legal Advisor:
Louis Graham
Founder & CEO, SEHAL
Chair, TCAL Southeast
📞 (850) 204-1410
📧 officialsehal@email.com
🌐 www.sehal.net
We reserve all rights to protect SEHAL’s legal name, member programs, and branding through all applicable legal channels.